Last week, we were super excited to attend the Cosmo For Latinas Fall Fashion issue party at the Lilium Lounge -W Hotel in Union Square, NYC. Let me tell you--choosing an outfit for this bash was not easy. I literally bought a dress two hours before the fiesta. Talk about fashion emergency (and leaving things for [...]
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Outdoor Spaces, Hotels, and Love
We are finding different ways of living in harmony. Our mismatched love languages, how we express and give love, are often at odds. Learning these differences is teaching…
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Flan de Queso with a Crunchy Honey Roasted Caramelized Base Recipe
Updated: Oct 11, 2021 If you’re looking for a sweet taste of Puerto Rico, you must master the flan de queso or cream cheese flan. It is perfect for…
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Interactive Bilingual Website Helps Combat Health Disparities in Latino Communities
This past weekend, I received the COVID-19 vaccine. This was due in large part to the initiatives my state has created to ensure the Latino community has access to…
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Block a Week on Your Calendar for a Chance to Win a Free Trip to Puerto Rico!
Although I was born on the island and attended school in Puerto Rico, I have spent most of my life in States. But la isla del encanto / the…
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Food Security is an Issue for the Hispanic / Latinx Community in the United States #FoodSecurity #AnthemCares #Sponsored
Click HERE to read this article in Spanish. This post is sponsored by the Anthem Foundation. Maria* has two children. She works a part-time job while attending college to become a…


At Latina On a Mission, we're excited to bring you this compensated post. As cell phone users fighting the battle of raising prices, we couldn't wait to share the good news. You don't have to dread your monthly bill. Yes, it's true! Free Calls. Free Texts. Anywhere. Anytime. There's a new player in town [...]


I was so excited to read Balance is Bull$h!t by Luly Balepogi. As a busy working mom and freelancer I was really curious to learn more about the idea of “having it all” and achieving balance in life. In the book, cubana ‘mompreneur’ Balepogi shares her experience of leaving the 9-5 working world for the [...]


The author received sample products to facilitate this review/giveaway. Other than enhancing the author's meals, no other compensation was received. With the school year gearing up, and more time on my hands, I cook more often. It feels more enjoyable when the kids are not belting out demands for their favorite meals and I get [...]


It’s Tuesday ShoesDay, a day when we focus on one of my loves – shoes! Each week we will showcase shoes found around the web, highlighting those we think are Latinaliciously chic. Join us! [pinit]Tory Burch Booties - Bristol High Heel Let’s talk! I admit, I'm a Tory Burch fan. They are comfortable and [...]


Migdalia Rivera, Founder of Latina On a Mission, shares her personal Back to School Tips for Single Mothers. While LOAM was compensated for said post, the tips remain those of the author. With school back in session in many parts of the country, I wanted to share my "Back to School Tips for Single Mothers". [...]


It’s Tuesday ShoesDay, a day when we focus on one of my loves – shoes! Each week we will showcase shoes found around the web, highlighting those we think are Latinaliciously chic. Join us! [pinit]Michael Kors York High Heel Leopard Calf Hair Let’s talk! What do you think about our Tuesday Shoesday find? Chic? Or, [...]
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17 Full of Possibilities


17 is full of possibilities. My son, you are more than I could ever have imagined. As a single mother, I feared you. Raising a child was not what I expected to be doing at 22. You interrupted my life. It seemed so full on the outside. But it was all a facade. Having you [...]


It’s Tuesday ShoesDay, a day when we focus on one of my loves – shoes! Each week we will showcase shoes found around the web, highlighting those we think are Latinaliciously chic. Join us! [pinit]Bambola Suede & Snake-Print Leather Pumps Let’s talk! What do you think about our Tuesday Shoesday find? Chic? Or, do [...]


As a Bronx Zoo Ambassador, I've had the opportunity to hear about the dino-mite time you can have at the Bronx Zoo Dinosaur Safari at the Bronx Zoo. I also heard about a great opportunity to win some great prizes by entering the Bronx Zoo Dinosaur Safari Sweepstakes! There will be one (1) grand prize [...]
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