September 2010

Show us how you Go Red – Photo Contest

Last year, the American Heart Association unveiled its Go Red Por Tu Corazón movement at the 10th Annual Latin GRAMMY® Awards to raise awareness among Hispanic women about their threat of heart disease. This year they are back with a very special contest that can take you and a friend or a family member to [...]

FREE Swiss Miss Ice Cream at Carvel

Can you believe summer is over? It went too quickly for my tastes, which makes this Latinalicious deal that much sweeter! Carvel Ice Cream is offering a FREE scoop of Swiss Miss Hand Dipped Ice Cream in select locations on Setempber 23, 2010. To find out if the Carvel store near you is participating, just click [...]

My New Addiction Part 2

Earlier this week, I spoke about my addiction. It causes snorting and extreme fits of gaiety. It makes me forget my kids, the telephone, household chores and even that sexy guy who lives next door. Well, maybe not the sexy guy, but it definitely makes me think less of him! My addiction also reminds me of [...]

Wordless Wednesday: Heart Shaped Arrepitas

My boys and I love to eat Arepitas de Yuca (Yucca Fritters). They are simple and quick, as well as tasty! I made a few for my boys the other day and decided to shape one as a heart. Do you ever shape your food (example: pancakes or sandwiches)? Happy WW!

Reminder: Reader Survey & Giveaway

Image: Filomena Scalise / FreeDigitalPhotos.net, edited by Ms. Latina. Just a reminder, I am conducting a reader survey. The survey contains 14 questions that should take less than 3 minutes to complete. The responses will help me get to know you and your interests so that I can provide you with a more enjoyable experience.  Your responses will also help me [...]

My New Addiction: The New Adventures of Old Christine

I recently started watching “The New Adventures of Old Christine” on television. Although I’m not much of a TV person, I felt myself drawn to this show starring Julia Louis-Dreyfus, from Seinfeld. The comedy is about a divorced working mom who’s juggling the daily stresses of motherhood, work, dating, her son’s new school and maintaining a positive relationship [...]

Enter to WIN a $100 GC to Shopbop, Featuring Velvet by Graham and Spencer

 Photos taken from the velvet collection I enjoy shopping, especially online. I don’t have to worry that I will be accosted by a salesperson at every rack and can shop at my leisure. I don’t have to rush to make it before closing time and I don’t have to deal with my boys having a meltdown. [...]

Sabroso Saturday: Easy Peasy Salmon Recipe

It’s Sabroso Saturday (Translation: Tasty Saturday)!  The day when we share recipes that have helped us stretch our budget, our imagination and our taste buds, without sacrificing our health! This week I am noting an easy peasy Salmon recipe that I use at home. My boys love it for the taste, I love it because [...]

Cards Direct Giveaway Winner!

The Cards Direct giveaway has ended! CardsDirect.com, an online greeting card store, offers a variety of greeting cards, for  for personal and business use.  They also have over 2,000 card designs in a variety of categories and offer FREE personalization and custom imprinted verse! How cool is that?! The winner of this giveaway will receive  a coupon code [...]

I Joined a Heart Healthy Movement

Earlier this year, Go Red for Women had a casting call. They were looking for women who wanted to share stories of the choices they’ve made to live a healthy life and improve their well-being. I did and was selected to become one of the 2010-2011 Go Red For Women and Go Red Por Tu Corazón Spokeswomen from hundreds [...]

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