13 Lifestyle Books From Hispanic and Latino Authors
From cookbooks to craft guides to gorgeous photography books, here are 13 of our favorite lifestyle books by Hispanic and Latino authors.
Hispanic and Latino culture spans dozens of countries and hundreds of years with a rich tradition of crafting, cuisine and style. These Hispanic and Latino authors have collected their memories and culture in book form.
HGTV Designer Veronica Valencia on the Role of Heritage and History in Design
HGTV sat down with Veronica to learn more about her Mexican and Native American family roots, as well as the philosophy that informs her designs.
CRAFT AND PHOTO BOOKS
Kathy Cano-Murillo honors her Mexican heritage with each of her creations as she demonstrates projects grouped into categories like clothing, artful affirmations, home accessories, jewelry and accessories, garden decorations and fiestas.
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How to Celebrate the Day of the Dead Holiday 10 Photos
Learn all about Dia de los Muertos celebrations including the history of the holiday, how to create an ofrenda to honor your loved ones, how to craft sugar skulls, bake pan de muerto bread and more.
Mexican Day of the Dead Bread (Pan de Muerto) Recipe
Pan de muertos — translated as "bread of the dead" — is a sweet bread placed on an ofrenda to honor the deceased on Dia de Muertos or Day of the Dead. Learn how to make this light and airy treat with hints of anise and orange zest.
How to Make Day of the Dead Sugar Skulls
One of the most iconic symbols of Dia de Muertos (Day of the Dead) is the sugar skull. Also known as calaveras, they are a delightful and meaningful aspect of the tradition.
Eternal Love: The Sacred Heart and Its Use in Mexican Folklore and Art 10 Photos
Learn the history and symbolism of the iconic sagrado corazón, "sacred heart," and how the flaming heart has become significant in Mexican culture, pop culture, fashion, and art. Plus, get inspiration and ideas for incorporating it into your decor.
Ritual Baths for the Beginner Witch is a collection of recipes to help you manifest confidence, perspective and protection in your life.
Get Crafty
See How an Artist Creates 'Hair Gardens' That Fuse Mexican Culture, High-Fashion Millinery and Old Hollywood
If you’ve ever searched for the perfect floral headpiece to wear for your wedding, an event or even just everyday use, look no further than Nathaly Aguilera’s La Casa de Flores – "The House of Flowers." Learn more about how she got her start, where she draws her botanic inspiration from, and her mission to empower women one wearable flower at a time.
COOKBOOKS
The arepa is one of Venezuela's most versatile foods, and it's perfect for gluten-free and dairy-free diets. Learn the history of the bread-like pocket and discover how to make your own.
Chicano Eats is a bilingual celebration of Chicano cuisine featuring vibrant photography and 85 recipes. Try your hand at the chicken con chochoyotes (chicken and corn masa dumplings) or the toasted coconut horchata.
Chef (and now author) José Andrés is the founder of World Central Kitchen, a nonprofit that helps feed communities around the world impacted by natural disaster. This cookbook is a collection of recipes from around the globe divided into chapters named for the values reflected by the organization.
Lyana Blount brings the flavor, vibrancy and love of her favorite cuisine to the vegan palate. Enjoy a vegan spin on Puerto Rican dishes like holiday vernil (meatless pernil, which is traditionally made with roasted pork), chicharron sin carne (meatless "pork" skins), mofonguitos con vegan camarones (fried green plaintains filled with vegan shrimp) and sopa de salchicon (vegan salami soup).
The United States' first Puerto Rican food columnist shares 90 recipes, including tostones, pernil and arroz con gandules. In addition to the recipes, Maisonet traces the traditional Puerto Rican ingredients back to their Taíno, Spanish and African roots.
Argentine-American chef Josephine Caminos Oría walks cooks through how to make dulce de leche — caramelized milk — and then use it in 80 different recipes including desserts and hors d'oeuvres.
BOOKS FOR KIDS
This bilingual book for kids explores the versatility of plantains, a staple in Dominican cuisine.
Jaguars and Butterflies is a story of empowerment for girls of Mexican heritage.
Children can immerse themselves in Latino culture with 50 activities including building Afro-Cuban bongos, dancing the merengue, and playing Loteria — also known as Mexican bingo.
Hispanic and Latino-Owned Home Brands We Love
Support these Hispanic and Latino-owned businesses throughout your home and life.
10 Places to Visit Across the US in Celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month 11 Photos
Cities across the country offer dedicated events for National Hispanic Heritage Month as well as sites and activities that celebrate Hispanic contributions all year long. Find out where to go during National Hispanic Heritage Month.
