The importance of marigolds in Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos) celebrations is multifaceted and deeply rooted in tradition. Due to their symbolic significance, marigolds are an essential part of the Día De Los Muertos celebrations. These bright orange and yellow flowers are chosen for several reasons, from their symbolism to their bright … Read more
As Dia de los Muertos draws near, I’m excited to share one of my favorite and easy Dia de los Muertos crafts. I will be sharing how to make these super cute Day of the Dead painted pumpkins! If you’re looking for easy Day of the Dead craft for kids, these Sugar Skull Pumpkins are … Read more
Get ready to unleash your creativity with a fun and easy felt sugar skull craft perfect for celebrating Day of the Dead, or Dia de Muertos. Day of the Dead crafts are a wonderful way to engage in this vibrant and meaningful tradition, and our easy sugar skull craft is no exception. Whether you’re looking … Read more
Watching a Day of the Dead movie is a great option if you’re looking for ways to learn about the Day of the Dead or are looking for ideas to celebrate Dia de los Muertos with kids. Here you will find the best Day of the Dead movies from animated movies and short films to … Read more
Day of the Dead in Guatemala turns remembrance into a colorful celebration. On November 1, families decorate graves, share fiambre, and gather for festivals, horse races, and spectacular giant kite displays. Rooted in Día de Todos los Santos, these traditions are distinctly Guatemalan and very different from Mexico’s Día de Muertos.
Guatemalan molletes are sweet bread rolls stuffed with creamy manjar, fried like French toast, and soaked in a spiced panela syrup. A traditional dessert for el Día de Todos los Santos (Day of the Dead), Lent, and Christmas that’s much easier to make than it looks. Here’s my easy step-by-step recipe for this holiday classic.
Embrace the Dia de los Muertos holiday with these Day of the Dead crafts ideas with Cricut! Break out your Cricut and do a project with your kids to honor the lives of loved ones that have passed away. These Day of the Dead crafts and free SVG files for Cricut are perfect for your … Read more
Ayote en miel is Guatemalan squash simmered in a dark panela syrup with cinnamon, ginger, and allspice until the flesh turns candied and translucent. Four ingredients, one pot, and about an hour. It’s what goes on the table on November 1st, right after the fiambre.
Day of the Dead recipes for kids don’t have to be complicated. These are easy, fun Dia de los Muertos desserts and treats little hands can help make, from sugar skull cookies and pan de muerto to no-cook Guatemalan sweets like canillitas de leche.
These animal sugar skull lollipops are the perfect Halloween treat to make with the kids. The fun Day of the Dead theme gives them a whimsical and unique look. I’m always looking for fun new ways in which I can incorporate the Day of the Dead into our lives in fun ways. I was trying to figure … Read more
