On Saturday, June 22nd, Impalas Magazine held their first annual Washington Lowrider Supershow in Tacoma, Washington (South of Seattle). Although the magazine has held events in other cities around the country, this was their very first in Washington State which saw hundreds of people in attendance. The supershow consisted of numerous local car clubs in…
AUSTIN, Texas — Every four years, when the Olympic Games were aired, it was a family event. My eyes were glued to the television watching athletes from around the world compete in gymnastics, swimming or basketball. Once again, I was anxiously awaiting the Summer Games and the captivating performances by athletes —but COVID-19 has shattered…
I first discovered Angel Joy Flores in Season 6 Episode 2 of Queer Eye. As a fan of the show, I tuned into what I expected to be a heartwarming good time. Which, of course, it was. What I was not expecting, however, was a raw insight into what it looked like to navigate transitioning…
Agua fresca has been a staple of Mexican culture for centuries, thanks to the Aztecs, who created the treat whilst passing through what would one day be known as Mexico City. In the time since their creation, the delectable blend of water and fruits now synonymous with Mexico has become increasingly popular in certain parts…
This Saturday on June 8th, 2024, Mariachi USA will hold its 35th anniversary music festival at The Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, CA. Founded around 1990 by Producer and Entrepreneur Rodri Rodriguez, the festival is a cultural celebration of traditional Mexican Mariachi music and will feature performances from some of the most dynamic Mariachi ensembles from within the…
So you want to watch a fun show with Hispanic flare? I’ve got you covered. Here’s my list of the top 5 Latinx shows you can stream right now. 5. Good Trouble Available on Hulu or Freeform Okay, this one isn’t exactly a Latinx show, but it does feature a Hispanic main character, Mariana…
What makes you beautiful? Is it the way you speak or the way you smile at strangers? The way you look at the sunset or the way you observe the rain? How do you feel joy? Through the smile of a stranger or perhaps just holding the door for one. Maybe through the warmth of…
HARLINGEN, Tx.—For some, the Star Wars Expanded Universe only exists in its movie and TV show formats (a galaxy far, far away, indeed). However, for Mexican cosplayer Momo Naberrie, the galaxy is stitched closer to life by her various cosplay costumes, specifically Queen Amidala —aka Padmé Amidala Naberrie, hence Momo’s cosplay name. Based in Guadalajara,…
Entrepreneur Yashira Hiraldo is the founder of Glamrūm, a Chicago-based beauty salon with two locations in the Lincoln Park and Lakeview neighborhoods. The luxury salon offers services such as permanent makeup including microblading, and other spa and medical aesthetic treatments such as lash enhancements, waxing, and body treatments. Originally from Puerto Rico, Hiraldo received her…
