Paula Bendfeldt-Diaz 
Pear mulled white wine is a warm winter cocktail that feels festive without being heavy. It combines dry white wine, ripe pears, citrus, and classic mulling spices into a drink that is aromatic, comforting, and easy to sip. Compared to traditional mulled red wine, this version is lighter and brighter, making it especially well suited … Read more
This cranberry champagne punch is the kind of holiday drink that instantly sets the mood. It looks festive on the table, tastes light and refreshing, and is easy enough to pull together even when you’re hosting a full house. Whether you’re planning a Christmas dinner, a casual holiday open house, or a New Year’s Eve … Read more
This cranberry sangria is the perfect winter drink when you want something festive, beautiful, and easy to prepare ahead of time. Unlike bubbly punches that are best assembled right before serving, sangria actually improves as it sits, making it ideal for holiday dinners, Christmas gatherings, and relaxed winter entertaining. Made with cranberry juice, red wine, … Read more
A cranberry gin fizz is one of those cocktails that feels instantly festive without being heavy or complicated. It’s bright, lightly bubbly, and beautifully balanced, making it perfect for winter gatherings when you want something refreshing but still seasonal. Unlike large-format holiday drinks like cranberry sangria or champagne punch, a cranberry gin fizz is meant … Read more
Lake Atitlán is one of Guatemala’s most striking destinations, and understanding how Lake Atitlán boat services work is essential to experiencing it fully, especially when traveling between villages. While roads exist, boats are the most practical, scenic, and time-efficient way to move between villages. Getting from one village to another is part of the experience, … Read more
If you are looking for a comforting, traditional drink, this Guatemalan atol de plátano recipe is a wonderful place to start. Also known as plantain atole, atol de plátano is one of those warm drinks you see everywhere in Guatemala, especially on cooler days. It is simple, filling, and deeply rooted in everyday Guatemalan food … Read more
If you’re looking for a traditional Guatemalan punch recipe to enjoy this holiday you are sure to love this easy recipe for caliente de piña, this variation of the traditional fruit punch gives Christmas a tropical and warm flavor. Every December, my family looks forward to warm holiday drinks, and this year we added something … Read more
Over the past few years, many families, mine included, have started looking more seriously at the possibility of relocating. As a Latina immigrant, a remote worker, and a mom of neurodiverse kids, I’ve felt the growing instability in the United States more personally each year. Between the political climate, the fear my LGBTQ+ kids experience, … Read more
Updated for 2025 New York City is an incredible place to visit with kids, but when you only have a weekend in Manhattan with kids, it can feel overwhelming to decide what’s actually worth your time. There is so much to see and do that it’s easy to overplan, and end up with exhausted kids … Read more
La Quema del Diablo in Antigua Guatemala is one of the most unique Guatemalan traditions and one of the most unforgettable festivals you can experience in December. If you are traveling to Guatemala in December and want to see a cultural event that blends community, history, fire, humor, and deep symbolism, this is it. Even … Read more
