THE LATINA BOOK CLUB

Atria Books Spanish Today is the Chinese New Year.   We welcome the Year of the Monkey. Now, whether you started your New Year in January or now in February, we are sure one of the things that has crossed your mind – maybe to add to your “New Year’s Resolutions” – is to get fit. Univision Nutritionist and Fitness Trainer Claudia Molina and her new book on juicing and exercise can help you get started.  JUGOSA Y FIT may be in Spanish, but fitness in any language is important.  The book is full of wonderful and nutritious recipes, as well as exercise routines for everyone.  (English translation is in the works.) Claudia encourages everyone to drink natural juices because they are easier for your body to absorb and are quick to energize you. Besides, if you want a killer body like hers, then you want to juice and exercise. I got a Nutra Bullet for my birthday in November and I am loving juicing.  I add a hint of ginger to all my juice comb...

Cinco Punto Press The real Cuba—the one that existed between the cracks, the one that was full of poverty, suffering and hopelessness—was revolting. It angered him that people allowed it to exist. – Frank SOFRITO is a fun, entertaining and suspenseful novel that is bound to become a favorite with foodies and readers alike. This book has everything – mystery, espionage, romance, and an exciting trip to Cuba. Each chapter starts with an actual quote from celebrities which adds flavor and authenticity to the book. Readers are in for a favorable treat. SUMMARY:  Frank Delgado, his brother and cousin own a restaurant in the Bronx that is going belly up. They are desperate for a solution to save their father’s legacy, when a crazy idea comes to them – go to Cuba and find a secret chicken recipe guaranteed to bring in customers. It’s supposed to be an easy trip, Frank would bribe one of the kitchen staff to sell him the secret ingredients and then return home. But t...

  The Latina Book Club will continue celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month all through October, and each week we'll bring you a new fun Top 14 List.   This week, we are listing our favorite Latino Foods.   Feel free to add yours. Plus, we are sharing our family's taco dip recipe.  Enjoy--mcf Tostones 1.     Tostones 2.     Flan 3.     Pernil 4.     Arroz con gandules 5.     Mole 6.     Burrito 7.     Churros 8.     Paella Paella 9.     Caldo Gallego 10.   Guacamole 11.   Chuletas Can Can 12.   Pasteles 13.   Piñon 14.   Arepas ANITA's TACO DIP My cousin Anita made this dip for a family celebration about 10 years ago, and ever since then it has been at every birthday, baptism, bridal shower, baby shower, et al. Ingredients 2 bars of ...