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Day of the Dead, All Saints Day and All Souls Day
by Rachel Ramirez Most people are familiar with the festival Day of the Dead, especially the images associated with it: sugar skulls, Mexican marigolds, calacas (skeletons) and colorful altars with ofrendas (offerings). Then there are the two days that follow: All Saints Day and All Souls Day. Yet are these two days interchangeable with Day of the Dead or distinct on their own? […]
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Tequila’s Rich History at a Glance
With the Monterey Tequila and Mezcal Expo only a few weeks away, it’s a perfect time to feature a story about tequila’s rich origins so you can get a flavor of what to expect at the much anticipated event.
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The Quinceañera: Trite Ritual or Evolving Tradition?
Ariana Garcia explores the Quinceañera tradition from her own personal perspective.
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Chula’s Story
Clarisa Morales Roberts tells a story of her decedents, recalling romance, threats of deportation, and hardship.