Podcasts have officially taken the world by storm, and for good reason! Perfect for commuters, lunch breaks, or working out, or just screen-free family time- these audio programs are an informative and engaging way to pass the time. Since its concept...

Costa Rica weather has only two seasons (rainy and dry)- here’s info on the weather so you can make the best travel decision possible. I constantly get the question- when is the best time to visit Costa Rica? And my answer- every single time is- ALWA...

This delicious sweet Italian sausage and white bean soup recipe has a rich flavor thanks to the addition of tomatoes and fresh spinach added at the very end. The perfect fall recipe, it can be made stovetop, slow cooker, or pressure cooker! About Thi...

With massive corporations dominating the book publishing industry, (I’m talking to you Amazon) it’s important to get out and show independent booksellers some love!  For parents and educators looking to introduce children to Spanish language and cult...

This Costa Rican tortilla recipe is just like grandma makes. Maesca, water and the tortilla press are all you need. About This Costa Rican Tortilla Recipe What comes to mind when you think of Latin American cooking? Chances are, fresh tortillas made...

Table Of Contents Before the pandemic, I attended my daughter’s school dance. It was in the basement of the church next to the school, and it was a K-5 dance, which means all the parents were in attendance. The dance was also a potluck dinner- a chan...

For a cold day or a big crowd, nothing beats a good old fashioned bowl of chili! This is the perfect recipe for leftover turkey! About This Turkey Chili Recipe After the plates have been cleared and the last relatives have finally walked out the door...

These Spanish book subscription boxes make bilingual parenting easier. Just subscribe and wait for an age-appropriate box to come to your doorstep each month! For me, one of the very hardest parts about bilingual parenting is actually finding the tim...

No one can eat rice like Costa Ricans! We eat our standard white rice recipe three times a day. Yes, you read that right- three times a day! The thing is, not every one of our rice dishes is the same, and we know a thousand foods that go with rice. W...

Who doesn't love a good traditional Costa Rican Empanada recipe? I adore them- and lucky for me they are easy to make. That means we make them for breakfast, snacks, appetizers and even as a main dish. Costa Rican empanadas can be sweet or savory- bu...