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Latinos have more college students
WASHINGTON. The Latin community positioned itself as the minority group in the United States with more students enrolled in four-year college degrees in 2011 with a total of 1.2 million passing the African-Americans. A study by the Pew Hispanic research center revealed today this educational milestone for the Latin community adding that last term had […]
Mama Tequila : the only Tequila bar in Tijuana
When the tourism boom in Tijuana started with Prohibition in the 20's people from all over the US would come to Tijuana's casinos, brothels and bars to experience "Old Mexico". Nowadays the city is going through a re-birth that is creating a new Tijuana and one of the places that is benefitting the most is […]
Taking the Taco Tour in Rosarito
You will find Tacos El Zurdo across the street from McDonald's on the main boulevard. Maria, one of the customers, explained that the flavor alone makes this the most outstanding taco stand in Rosarito Beach. She added that the spices also add to the flavor. As she interpreted for one of the employees, he yelled […]
Xolos host Celaya FC in Copa MX Action
The last time Club Tijuana Xoloitzcuintles played in a Copa MX match things didn't end so well. The Xolos were on the verge of earning a point with what appeared to be ending in a tie. Instead, Tijuana lost the chance at gaining points in the standings and eventually lost to Celaya FC on a […]
Effects of stereotypes on Latin immigrants
DENVER.- An academic group presented a study detailing the "robust effects" stereotyping Hispanic immigrants have in their integration and life in the United States today. The research, conducted by Jeffrey M. Timberlake, an associate professor of sociology at the University of Cincinnati, was presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Sociological Association held at […]
Michael Jackson featuring Pitbull
What would Michael Jackson say if he heard Pitbull's version of "Bad"? One could only have imagined, but the Cuban-American performer is already boasting about this new song. For the 25th anniversary of the King of Pop's "Bad" album, Pitbull released last weekend his take on the celebration. Along with DJ Buddha and Afrojack, Pitbull […]
Origins of the Guadalupe Valley’s Harvest Festival
The grapevine harvest festival has become one of the main detonators of wine tourism. Throughout the regions, the festivals change according to the harvest season. The word "vendimia" (Spanish for harvesting), comes from the Latin vindemia, which in turn is derived from vinea (vine) and the verb demere (to remove, to pull out, […]
Up on the Hill in Ensenada: A View of Magical Punta Banda
On a calm day, the waters around La Bufadora turn Mediterraneanwith cool, clear turquoise hues that anoint the eyes of the weary. Weekend and retirement cottages are interspersed with the austere, tack-board houses of less affluent local residents. A crescent-shaped bay south of Ensenada's famous blow-hole, La Bufadora The grandiose dream of a seaside hacienda […]
East Cape’s Crossroads Country Club: More Baja Country than Club
By Dawn Pier Via Baja.com The owners of the Crossroads Country Club clearly have a sense of humor. While it is located at the crossroads of the Coast and Palo Escopeta Roads, smack dab in the middle of the East Cape and about as far from "civilization" as you can get, it is by no […]
The ultimate Baja´s wine valley playlist
Ever since the Neolithic or early Chalcolitic era, possibly more than 6,500 years ago, people have been enjoying wine. Wine was drunk by Egyptian pharaohs, Greek senators and Roman emperors who introduced wine cultivation to the regions that they ruled. Spanish conquistadors brought grape vines to Latin America. Spanish missionaries planted vines in California and […]
Casting in San Diego on Aug. 19 seeks great models
A great opportunity for models in San Diego is coming up. Renowned designer Louis Verdad and other designers are looking for female models that can showcase the border region's dynamic style. They are hosting a casting call on Sunday, Aug. 19, in San Diego, the second one in this region. Those selected will star in […]
Tourists feel safe in Baja California
SAN DIEGO.- Nearly 81 percent of Baja California visitors from the United States consider the state to be much safer than what the press says, as evidenced by the study "Tourism Trends" conducted by research agency CrossBorder Group. The report states that 51 percent of US tourists crossing the border into Tijuana perceive Baja California […]
Xolos outlast high powered Tigres
Club Tijuana Xoloitzcuintles held on to a 2-1 win against Tigres UANL Friday night at Estadio Caliente with first half goals by Fernando Arce and Alfredo Moreno to remain unbeaten at home this season. The Xolos survived a late surge by Tigres, one of Mexicos top teams and a favorite to win the 2012 Apertura […]
Baja authorities want “Enhanced Licenses” as a border crossing document
SAN DIEGO.- Baja California authorities will insist in California-issued driving licenses to serve as a valid identity document to cross the border, said Tourism Secretary Juan Tintos Funcke during his visit to San Diego. At the end of his presentation at the California Hispanic Chamber of Commerce state meeting he emphasized that this initiative would […]
Xolos face Tigres UANL at Estadio Caliente
Carlos Salcido joked that he had tasted his Olympic gold medal. "I've already bitten the medal," Salcido said. "I can tell you it's real." Salcido didn't have to pinch himself to make sure he was part of Mexican soccer history. He was part of the Under-23 Mexican team that beat a heavy favorite Brazil in […]
Extraordinary Desserts : The Sweetest place in San Diego
I frequently visit Extraordinary Desserts with my friends because besides of sharing our weekly girl talk we crave a dessert once in a while, and for a sweet tooth this place is perfection. Extraordinary Desserts began in 1988 with a 10 seat restaurant and a dessert and coffee menu in the Balboa Park Neighborhood. It […]
Deferred Action, a historic moment for SD “DREAMers”
SAN DIEGO.- It's a historic moment for all undocumented youths (DREAMers) looking to get a shot at the "American dream". Starting last Wednesday, the US government will start processing requests for thousands of students to apply for the Deferred Action program that will grant temporary protection allowing them to obtain a work or student permit […]
Cabo San Lucas’ History as a Tourist Destination
By Chris Sands Via Baja.com "It was a sad little town, for a winter storm and a great surf had wrecked it in a single night. Water had driven past the houses, and the streets of the village had been a raging river." So wrote John Steinbeck after a visit in 1940, when Cabo San […]
LAJA Restaurant : Chef Jair Tellez’s homage to Valle de Guadalupe
The last two courses consisted of two different desserts. The first was a velvety panna cotta with nectarine sorbet. The Nectarine sorbet was incredibly refreshing, and perfect for the summer time. My spoon just glided through the panna cotta leaving it almost effortless to construct the ideal bite. The last course of the meal was […]
Xolos lose on injury time own goal
The game appeared to heading to the end with both teams playing for a tie. But an own goal by Club Tijuana Xoloitzcuintles defender Richard Ruiz helped host Celaya FC to a 2-1 win. Ruiz tried to block a Celaya shot during second half injury time of a Copa MX match up in Celaya, Guanajuato. […]