I am what people would consider a Third Generation Hispanic or 3rd Generation. The reason I am third generation is because my grandfather was 1st generation Hispanic. He was born in Mexico and he lived and died in Mexico. My father is 2nd generation because he was born in Mexico but now lives in the U.S. in Houston, Texas. Click to continue »
- Today is the start of Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs through Oct. 15. The observance was authorized by Congress in 1968 to celebrate the culture and traditions of those who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico and the Spanish-speaking nations of Central and South America and the Caribbean.
The Citizen-Times will feature stories related to Hispanic heritage throughout the month
Ask Luis Portillo how long he’s been an auto mechanic, and he gives a straightforward answer: “All my life.”
He’s had the dream of owning his own shop about that long, and he’s pretty close now. One of a growing number of local Hispanic entrepreneurs, Portillo, 40, opened TESA, an auto repair shop on Swannanoa River Road, last September. Click to continue »
Comida or Food is important to Hispanic families. Food is a huge part of the culture. Here is America we call it Mexican Food. The main side dishes that you see in the culture is rice and beans. Many people have their own way of cooking such meals but Hispanics really know how to cook them.
Hispanics know how to sort of the beans and cook them to perfection. They also know what to add to the beans to have them taste so good.
Food is important to Hispanics. In fact a lot of our paychecks go to food. First Generation Hispanics work for the home and for the food, there is no retirement fund, college fund, savings accounts.
You must understand that Hispanics have their own style of foods. Hispanics can have dinner at a Mexican Restaurant and walk away knowing that the cook was of Mexican descent. They just have that vibe about Hispanic food.
1st Generation Hispanics are closely in tune with their culture. Whether they are from Mexico or El Salvador, they live in the U.S. but their hearts and their minds are still back home in their native country. That is why in America there are so many languages being spoken. There is also more and more exposure to flags of other countries. The reason behind this is the First Generation mindset of not letting go of the inner culture.
Wow, isn’t is amazing how many Hispanics there are in America today. Just take a look around and you will find them in our schools, workforce, and government. What a great day for America since it is now starting to look like the melting pot that everyone says it is.