Sugoi

A MECA and JASH Collaboration Proves That Fusion Isn’t Just for Food

Working in tandem, the two organizations have created some interesting and unique crossovers between both Latin American and Japanese art, including printmaking and kendama.

07/01/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Hispanic Heritage

How Houston's Afro-Latino Garifuna Community Is Keeping Its Culture Alive

The small-but-mighty Garifuna community in Houston is upholding their Central American roots.

09/28/2022 By Juan Antonio Sorto

Ol' Man River

The Houston Museum of Natural Science Presents a Culinary Adventure in the Amazon

Culinary historian Merrianne Timko's cultural feasts have been popular since 2003—and last night's dinner proved why.

05/05/2016 By Alice Levitt

Film

The Latin Wave Film Festival Presents Oscar-Nominated Movies at the MFAH

The annual event will showcase new Latin American films Desde Alla, Boy and the World and Ixcanul.

04/27/2016 By Sara Samora

Local Shops

Where to Find Latin Art in the Heart of Montrose: Corazon

This unassuming shop shines with the vivid colors, textiles, and images of folk art from Central and South America.

03/22/2016 By Jamie Smith

Insider’s Guide

Best of International Houston: Colombia

Colombian ballet, colorful fashion and, of course, cumbia

09/01/2015 By Marianella Orlando

Insider’s Guide

Best of International Houston: El Salvador

Mayan artifacts, salsa dancing and, of course, pupusas

09/01/2015 By Nick Esquer

Insider’s Guide

Best of International Houston: Honduras

Bongos, beers and, of course, baleadas

09/01/2015 By Marianella Orlando

visual art

Two Latin American Art Exhibitions Open at Sicardi Gallery

Works by Ana Maria Tavares and Gabriel de la Mora turn the ordinary into the extraordinary.

10/31/2014 By Emma Hurt