Christmas is behind us, but we are still waiting for one of our favorite holidays at our home: El Día de Los Reyes Magos, or Three Kings Day. Children receive gifts from the Three Magi on this day, and families get together and eat Rosca de Reyes. Rosca de Reyes or Roscón de Reyes is … Read more
When it comes to Guatemalan traditional food there are quite a few Guatemalan dishes that are unique. From cow’s tongue and brains to red ants and strange combinations like a seafood and plantain stew there are lot of unique Guatemalan foods that are worth trying! Guatemala Episode of Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern A few … Read more
DecoraingAbout Me Hello! I’m Paula, the creator of Growing Up Bilingual. I originated in Guatemala and now call Florida home. My journey to the United States began in 2008 when my husband Cesar and I decided to make the move with our two kids. Back in Guatemala, I attended a bilingual school, and I dreamed … Read more
This is part of a sponsored collaboration with Latina Mom Bloggers and Disney Studios. However, all opinions expressed are my own. When I was growing up at home there where always animals. I am not talking about the tradtional pets like dogs or cats, mi house was practically a jungle and during my childhood we … Read more
Indulging in a cup of spicy Mexican hot chocolate is like taking your taste buds on an exciting journey through history and culture. This delightful beverage combines the warmth of traditional hot chocolate with the fiery kick of chili peppers, creating a unique and unforgettable experience. I love chocolate, it reminds me of my childhood … Read more
A familiar proverb tells us that ‘we are what we eat.’ Until I moved to United States I didn’t realize how important food was and how the preparation and sharing of food is filled with traditions and values that connect me to my family, my culture and to my roots. When I was growing up … Read more
El Día de Reyes Magos, Three Kings Day or Epiphany, is a Christian holiday celebrated in many Latin American countries on January 6th. Children get presents on this day from the Magi instead of receiving them on Christmas from Santa Claus. El Día de Reyes’s celebration commemorates when the Three Wise Men bring gold, incense, … Read more
The posadas are one of the most important Christmas traditions in Guatemala. Christmas in Guatemala is such a special time of the year filled with delicious food, traditional Christmas songs and different holidays and customs. The Christmas holidays in Guatemala usually kick off with la Quema del Diablo on December 7th, followed by the posadas navideñas and … Read more
I am celebrating the Day of the Dead with my children for the first time this year. We tried it last year but they really didn’t understand what was going on, but now they are really loving this beautiful tradition. We are not only having a lot of fun cooking traditional meals and making fun … Read more
Here are some fun Guatemalan crafts, activities and printables that you can enjoy making to with your children to celebrate Guatemalan’s independence on September 15th or any day. Making these kid-friendly Guatemala crafts is a great way for kids to learn more about Guatemala’s culture and it’s history Photo from DLK’s Crafts for Kids Quetzal Toilet … Read more
