On Growing up in East Harlem: Italian (Barese) and Puerto Rican Heritage
I was thrilled to chat with podcaster, and fellow author and family historian Bob Sorrentino earlier this month. During our …
Food Culture: The Best Podcast for “Top Chef” Fans
The food we eat, how we eat and prepare it is so intricately tied to our culture, our heritage and …
The “Frida In Her Own Words” Documentary Is Phenomenal
This lyrical animation inspired by her unforgettable artwork, drawn from her diary, revealing letters, essays, and print interviews for the …
Reading Haiti: 5 Books to Explore Its History and Culture
Edwidge Danticat is one of Haiti’s most celebrated authors. Her notable works include “Breath, Eyes, Memory,” “Krik? Krak!,” and “The …
Finding Relief: 5 Books to Help Manage Chronic Pain
Living with chronic pain can be challenging, but there are resources available to help navigate this journey. Whether you’re looking …
Frida Kahlo As An Iconic Disability Advocate
PBS is once again featuring Frida Kahlo in a new three part documentary series, airing now that seeks to to …
The Unknown History of the Spanish Inquisition & Witchcraft Trials in Puerto Rico
Spain’s centuries-long witch hunt killed 700 women – in the region. Estimates indicate that roughly 30,000–60,000 people were executed during …
Justin Torres’ Blackouts
One of my favorite author interviews ever. Right before I departed from my publicity desk Hachette Book Group, I was …
Valeria Aloe on Her Barrier-Breaking Book “Uncolonized Latinas”
If you are not following Valerie Aloe or have not read her book Uncolonized Latinas: Transforming Our Mindsets And Rising …
Portuguese Ethnicity in Puerto Rico
According to a chronology, made available by the Library of Congress, in 1593, “Portuguese soldiers, sent from Lisbon by order …
The Italian at a Glance
Becoming Italian Back in December 2020, I started a new research project on Instagram, @ItalianAtAGlance to curate and share some …
Dale! The Diasporican Cookbook
Illyanna Maisonet is an amazing writer. I’ve followed her online and read her deeply personal newsletter for years. As a …