Traditional dishes
In Mexico, this traditional drink is made with masa, milk, and chocolate is served with tamales.
What is champurrado?
This creamy caramel dessert is enjoyed across Latin America and known for its silky texture.
What is flan?
Known as the "Queen of Tejano Music, this Texas born Mexican-American singer inspired millions before her tragic death in 1995.
Who is Selena Quintanilla?
This energetic genre from Puerto Rico blends reggae and hip-hop influences and became globally popular through artist like Daddy Yankee and Bad Bunny
What is reggaeton?
A rich, dark sauce made from chili peppers and chocolate, famous in Puebla
What is mole poblano?
In Peru, this sacred valley city was built by the Inca Empire and rediscovered by Hiram Bingham in 1911.
What is Machu Picchu?
These fried pastries dusted with cinnamon sugar are a street-food favorite often dipped in chocolate
What are churros?
This Puerto Rican superstar made the world dance with hits like "Livin La Vida Loca"
Who is Ricky Martin?
Originating in the Dominican Republic, this fast-paced genre features the accordion and guira, and is often danced.
What is merengue?
This soup with hominy, pork, and chili is a favorite during independence day.
What is pozole?
The Guatemalan currency is named after this colorful bird, which also symbolizes freedom?
What is the quetzal?
A sponge cake soaked in three types of milk and topped with whipped cream.
What is pastel de tres leches?
The Colombian singer known for her unique voice, belly dancing, and global hit "Hips don't lie"
Who is Shakira?
This romantic genre from the Dominican Republic is known for its guitar rhythms and heartfelt lyrics about love and heartbreak.
What is batchata?
The name of this traditional Mexican stew means "little pot" and often contains various meats simmered with vegetables
What is caldo de res?
Hondruas shares this ancient Maya archaeological site with Guatemala.
What is Copan?
This sweet Honduran or Guatemalan bread, flavored with coconut or sugar, is often served during or after christmas
What is pan de coco or rosca de reyes?
This Spanish singer is famous for romantic ballads like "Baliamos" and "Hero"
Who is Enrique Iglesias?
A lively Cuban genre characterized by brass instruments, percussion, and the clave rhythm it later influenced salsa.
What is son cubano?
This mexican dish features poblano peppers stuffed with picadillo stuffed and topped with creamy sauce and pomegrante seeds representing colors of the Mexican flag.
What are Chiles en Nogada?
In Guatemala, giant colorful kites are flown every November 1st as part of this centuries-old tradition meant to honor and communicate with departed loved ones.
What is Festival de Barriletes Gigantes?
What is mazamorra morada?
This Peruvian tenor is one of the most acclaimed operative voices in the world, known for performing at major international stages.
Who is Juan Diego Florez?
This traditional Andean genre from Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador uses instruments like pan flutes and charango's to express heritage.
What is huayno?