Thanksgiving for us Latinos is a vibrant mix of two worlds. Los nuestras mayores (older folks) share stories of their homeland while reminding us to appreciate our American roots. Los jóvenes (young folks) introduce them to the latest gadgets and ideas, creating a beautiful blend of tradition and modernity. Our celebrations are filled with hard work, delicious Tex-Mex flavors, and the warmth of family. We’d love to hear your stories! How do your Thanksgiving celebrations blend cultures? Let’s talk about it… #letstalkaboutit

Maria Elena Lorenzo: “My parents (who are both gone now) wanted to embrace US customs. We only had a Cubanized Thanksgiving once. Turkey fricasé, rice and beans etc. The following year we did everything American style. It’s been that way for 61 years. Christmas is a different story – all Cuban there! . Lechón, congri, yuca, maduros, flan, turrón etc.”

Viviana F Yamashita“I am now the older generation and have carried on my parents’ traditions. Add to the mix my husband’s family (Japanese), and it becomes quite a feast.”

Maria ODonnell: “We are all Allies at Thanksgiving; friends and dinner to merge our cultures.”

Issi Martinez Clesson: “Because of the risks they took, we are American.”

Christine Derengowski: “Everything about this sounds amazing!”

Carmen Maria Cayon Figueruelo: “Amen to this, you described our family Thanksgiving day through the years to a tee!!”

Maggie Graham: “Awesome, I would love to be a guest at your Thanksgiving. Muchos saludos para ti y tu familia.”

Coral Eldridge: “That’s wonderful you can have both Countries to savor food. And talk about good times and everything else. Happy Thanksgiving.”

Maritza Rodriguez: “Lo que sobra del pavo se preparan panes francés de chompipe .
El Salvador aunque en mi no celebrar día de acción.”

Candido Basilio: “William nuestro pais este auque te arda cooooooool.”

Jesus Garcia: “Lo Que sobra de pavo se convierte en tamales sabrosas y sanas!”

Paula Chavez-Talley: “Although my family has been here in New Mexico since the early 1800s (and possibly earlier), I think my aunties were the first generation to prepare an American-style Thanksgiving dinner.”

Maria Calderon: “By making Turkey tamales.”