Trailblazers
She was the first Cuban-American woman to appear on U.S. currency, a legendary Queen of Salsa who broke cultural and musical barriers.
Who is Celia Cruz?
This Mexican artist is known for her self-portraits and bold use of color, often depicting her own pain and suffering.
Who is Frida Kahlo?
This holiday, celebrated on November 1st and 2nd, honors the deceased and is known for its colorful altars.
What is Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)?
A popular Venezuelan and Colombian dish made from cornmeal dough and usually stuffed with cheese, meat, or avocado.
What is an Arepa?
The capital city of Mexico, known for its rich history and vibrant culture.
What is Mexico City?
The first Latina Supreme Court Justice of the United States, appointed in 2009.
Who is Sonia Sotomayor?
A Puerto Rican singer and actress who starred in the 1961 film "West Side Story" and won an Oscar for her role.
Who is Rita Moreno?
A popular Latin dance that originated in the Dominican Republic.
What is Merengue?
This is a spicy Mexican sauce made from chocolate and chili peppers, often served with chicken.
What is Mole?
This ancient Incan city, located in Peru, is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
What is Machu Picchu?
This Colombian singer, known as the "Queen of Latin Music," has won multiple Grammy awards.
Who is Shakira?
The creator of the popular Broadway musical "Hamilton," who is of Puerto Rican descent.
Who is Lin-Manuel Miranda?
This traditional Spanish dish consists of rice, saffron, seafood, and meats, cooked in a large pan.
What is Paella?
A traditional Puerto Rican dish made with mashed plantains, usually served with meat.
What is Mofongo?
A popular tourist destination in Spain, known for its beaches, architecture, and the Sagrada Familia.
What is Barcelona?
This astronaut became the first Hispanic woman to go to space in 1993.
Who is Ellen Ochoa?
This Spanish painter, known for works like "Guernica," co-founded the Cubist movement.
Who is Pablo Picasso?
The Aztecs used this plant to make tortillas, which is still a staple food in Mexican cuisine today.
What is corn (maize)?
This is a Spanish cold tomato soup, typically eaten in the summer.
What is Gazpacho?
A famous waterfall system located on the border of Argentina and Brazil.
What are Iguazu Falls?
A pioneering Cuban-American journalist who was the first Latina to anchor a major American television news program.
Who is María Elena Salinas?
Winner of 10 Grammy awards, this Panamanian musician, singer and composer of Latin Jazz and salsa is also an actor and obtained a Master of Law from Harvard.
Who is Rubén Blades?
This celebration on September 15th marks the independence of five Latin American countries: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.
What is Central American Independence Day?
A traditional dessert from Spain, made of fried dough and often served with hot chocolate.
What are Churros?
This city in Colombia is known as the "City of Eternal Spring" for its pleasant climate year-round.
What is Medellín?