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Exploring Porta Coeli in San German Puerto Rico

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Nestled amidst the cobbled streets and colorful colonial buildings of San German, Puerto Rico, lies a hidden gem – Porta Coeli. Translated as “Gateway to Heaven,” this structure isn’t just a beautiful church; it’s a tangible link to the island’s rich history and artistic heritage. A Legacy Built by Monks Our journey through time begins in 1609. Dominican monks, fueled by religious zeal and a desire to spread Catholicism, arrived in San German. Atop a gentle hill, they embarked on an ambitious project – the construction of Convento de Santo…

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la Lechonera El Rancho Original

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Sobre Nosotros En todo Puerto Rico no existe un mejor lugar para disfrutar de un ambiente ameno para el esparcimiento de toda la familia que la Lechonera El Rancho Original. En las cercanías de Cayeyanas de Guavate y el Bosque de Carite, se encuentran ubicadas nuestras increíbles instalaciones, en donde podrás tener acceso a la gran cantidad de servicios especiales que tenemos para ofrecer. Somos popularmente conocidos en toda la isla por disponer de un variado menú conformado por comida tradicional típica del área montuno boricua. Cabe destacar, que en…

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Guánica El Pueblo de las Doce Calles

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Nestled along Puerto Rico’s southwestern coast lies the picturesque town of Guánica. With its rich history, vibrant culture, and natural beauty, Guánica is a destination that captivates both locals and visitors alike. From its founding to its modern-day charm, Guánica offers a unique glimpse into the island’s past and present. Founding and Early History Guánica, officially founded on March 13, 1914, boasts a history that predates its official establishment by centuries. The area was originally inhabited by the Taíno people, the indigenous population of Puerto Rico, who called the region…

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the Puerto Rican and Hispanic Day Parade of Western New York

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22nd Annual Puerto Rican & Hispanic Day Parade of Western New York Saturday August 17, 2024 Niagara Square Buffalo, NY Parade Starts at 12 PM – Concert to Follow Our Mission To promote and celebrate our Puerto Rican and Hispanic traditions by planning events that will enrich our culture, and maintain its viability. To educate our youth today for future generations by faithfully engaging in the preservation of our heritage.

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Meriden Puerto Rican Festival

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Please join us for the annual Meriden Puerto Rican Festival on Sunday, August 4th, 2024 at Hubbard Park in Meriden, CT. Join us for a fun-filled and exciting family day. More info to come soon, we can’t wait to see you there! 57th Annual Puerto Rican Festival Join us for a fun filled and exciting family day! Children’s Amusements – Cultural Tent – Craft & Gift Vendors Musical Bands From Puerto Rico – Los Trobadores, Juan Carlos Merced “Bravea”, Jovino Gonzalez, El Cuarista Mariano Jurado “Juradito” accompanied by Roberto Pineiro…

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Bacalaitos | Puerto Rican Codfish Fritters

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Back to Recipes Bacalaitos, or codfish fritters, are a beloved staple of Puerto Rican cuisine. These savory bites, enjoyed as street food or alongside a meal, boast a rich history intertwined with the island’s cultural tapestry. The foundation of bacalaitos lies with the arrival of the Spanish. Cod, preserved through salting, was a vital source of protein for long sea voyages. When the Spanish colonized Puerto Rico, they brought this technique and the fish itself. The indigenous Taíno people likely contributed the use of cassava flour, a precursor to the…

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Esmeralda Santiago – Acclaimed Puerto Rican Author

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Esmeralda Santiago is the author of three groundbreaking memoirs;  When I was Puerto Rican and Almost A Woman, which she adapted into a Peabody Award-winning movie for PBS’s Masterpiece Theatre, and The Turkish Lover. Her novels include America’s Dream, the national best seller Conquistadora, and Las Madres. Born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Esmeralda lives with her husband documentary filmmaker Frank Cantor in Westchester County, New York. Esmeralda Santiago, a name synonymous with resilience and the power of storytelling, was born in 1948 amidst the sugarcane fields of Toa Baja, Puerto Rico. The eldest of eleven children, her early…

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Your Home’s Maintenance – to DIY or Not to DIY

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Your Home’s Maintenance – to DIY or Not to DIY Weekend warriors all over the country have become obsessed with DIY projects. TV shows on HGTV and the DIY Network make it seem so easy to grab a tool belt or sledge hammer and renovate your home over a weekend. Unfortunately, most people do not have the skills necessary to replicate these results and often end up creating larger problems by tacking projects which should be left to professionals. Owning a home can be expensive. Even if your home is…

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Festival de Santiago Apóstol Loiza

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In Loíza, there is another style of vejigante, the ones whose masks are made from coconut and drift wood. During the Festival of Saint James, the Apostle, in Spanish Santiago Apóstol, there is a lively parade through the town where the vejigantes and the Spanish knights do battle, representing the struggle between the forces of good and evil. Bomba music, a traditional folk music with a distinctive African influence, thumps out while dancers use their colorful skirts to create a dialogue with the drummers, and the musicians respond to the dancers rather than the other…

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Hecho en Puerto Rico | Asociación Hecho en Puerto Rico

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The Asociación Hecho en Puerto Rico, Inc. is a non-profit organization incorporated in 1967. Its origins date back to 1910 when Don Antonio R. Barceló founded the Puerto Rico Association with the purpose of protecting the main industries of the island, which, at that time, were sugar cane, coffee and tobacco. In 1913, the Puerto Rico legislature passed Law #52, which established the Asociación Puerto Rico, later renamed Asociación Productos de Puerto Rico Inc. whose official logo became the symbol of the mechanical wheel with the motto “Made in Puerto…

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