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    Vanilla: Its Mexican Origin and Indigenous Uses

    Vainilla de Papantla

    Origin of Vanilla Vanilla, a widely used flavoring in foods and perfumes, originates from Mexico. The vanilla orchid, scientifically known as Vanilla planifolia, is native to the tropical forests of Mexico and was first cultivated by the Totonac people in the region that is now known as Veracruz. The Totonacs were the first to discover […] More

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    Jarritos

    Jarritos

    Jarritos is a popular Mexican soft drink brand known for its wide variety of fruit-flavored sodas. Established in 1950 by Don Francisco “El Güero” Hill, Jarritos has become a beloved beverage in Mexico and among the Hispanic community in the United States. Key Features of Jarritos: Variety of Flavors: Jarritos offers numerous flavors, many of […] More

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    ¿A poco?

    A poco

    The expression “¿A poco?” is a versatile and widely used phrase in Mexican Spanish that conveys surprise, disbelief, or a request for confirmation. It can be translated to “Really?” or “Are you serious?” in English. It’s often used in informal conversations to react to something unexpected or to show that you find something hard to […] More

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    Cornudo

    Cornudo

      First and foremost, cuerno in Spanish, and corno in Italian and Portuguese means horn. The expression “cornudo” is a term used in Spanish to describe a man whose wife or girlfriend has been unfaithful to him. The literal translation of “cornudo” is “horned one,” and it carries a strong connotation of being cheated on. […] More

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    Nopales en Nápoles: De México para Italia

    Nopales en Nápoles

    Los cactus, en particular los nopales y las tunas, son plantas originarias de México que han encontrado un segundo hogar en Italia, especialmente en el sur, en Sardinia y en Sicilia. Esta interesante historia de cómo llegaron estas plantas a Europa comienza en la época de la colonización española. Origen Mexicano y Viaje a Europa […] More

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    Argentina’s Mirtha Legrand: Still Going Strong at 97

    Mirtha Legrand

    Mirtha Legrand: Still Going Strong at 97 Can you believe Mirtha Legrand is still hosting her TV show at 97 years old? It’s unheard-of! She’s been a staple on Argentine TV for decades and shows no signs of stopping. Mirtha is possibly the most veteran active TV host in the world, which is pretty incredible. […] More

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    Vaquita Marina SOS

    Vaquita Marina

    Vaquita Marina The vaquita marina, or vaquita porpoise (Phocoena sinus), is the most endangered marine mammal in the world. Found only in the northern part of the Gulf of California, Mexico, this small porpoise is critically endangered due to illegal fishing practices. Key Facts: Endemic Region: The vaquita lives exclusively in a small area of […] More

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