From December 16th to Christmas Eve, Guatemalans celebrate the traditional Posadas Navideñas. Each night, a group of people visits three houses. Through this song, a ritualistic dialogue takes place in which José and María look for lodging to spend the night. The posada song is an essential part of Christmas traditions in Mexico, Guatemala, and … Read more
Engaging children in hands-on activities is a wonderful way to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, and this easy llama mini piñata craft is perfect for the occasion. The llama piñata is an ideal craft for kids to learn about Peru and explore the rich traditions of the Andean culture. This craft for children is an easy … Read more
In this recipe for cempasúchil (marigold) cream-filled pan de muerto, we’re taking the traditional Pan de Muerto to new heights by introducing a unique twist – filling it with a sweet marigold cream. This floral infusion adds a delicate and intriguing flavor to the traditional bread, elevating its symbolic meaning. We love to make … Read more
This recipe for Mexican hot chocolate ice cream pan de muerto is delicious and easy, giving your pan de muerto a cool and creamy chocolate twist! When fall comes around and as the Day of the Dead approaches, homes, and Mexican bakeries fill with the sweet scent of pan de muerto. How We Celebrate Día … Read more
Manzanillas en miel also known as manzanillas en dulce is a Guatemalan dessert made with the manzanilla fruit (tecojote or Mexican hawthorn). It is also popular in El Salvador where it is known as dulce de manzanilla. This delicious traditional Guatemalan food is usually enjoyed during Semana Santa or Holy Week and Lent. Today I’m … Read more
This sugar skull DIY tee is so cute, easy to make and affordable. It’s a great sugar skull craft to make on a lazy afternoon and the design is fun and colorful, perfect to wear any time of the year. As you probably know I’m kind of obsessed with sugar skulls and Day of the Dead … Read more
I received an all-expenses paid trip to San Francisco for the coverage of this press event for Disney•Pixar. However all opinions are my own. Disney Pixar’s animated movie COCO, was released in 2017, bringing to life the Mexican celebration and traditions of El Dia De Los Muertos. As I have shared before on the blog for … 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
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
If you are looking for an affordable boutique hotel in Antigua Guatemala that is genuinely beautiful, has free parking, and does not feel like every other hotel in the city, Villa Colonial is the one I would tell you to book. I am Guatemalan, I grew up visiting Antigua, and I have stayed at a lot of hotels here … Read more
