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1

Escape

Mexico City provides an intimate look into the art of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera.

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2

Spice

Two Latino chefs claim today’s spotlight: Jose Garces and Juan José Cuevas.

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3

Driver’s Seat

Russ Heaps evaluates two convertibles that provide dreamy summer drives.

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4

Tech Talk

A look at the latest gadgets for athletes.

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5

Style

Mother’s Day gifts with a Latina flair.

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6

Salud

Understanding The Hot Latin Diet.

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Gift Guide

Thanks,Mom

Grab your calendar and put a big pink circle around May 11, Mother’s Day. Brunch is great and everyone loves flowers, but there is a wealth of new gifts perfect for mom that you might not have considered. Some are environmentally conscious, some are culturally conscious, and all are just plain pretty.


Catalonia vase

Hand blown by Spanish artisans, this oversized vase is made out of recycled glass and assumes a free-form gourd shape.

$79.95
www.crateandbarrel.com

 

 

 

Monica earrings

Handmade by Brazilian artisan Soraya Lopes, these silver double hoops house perfectly small pink pearl drops within.

$169.95
www.novica.com

 

 

MSFT Lifecam VX600

When family is scattered all over, staying connected can be tricky, but this super-high resolution digital
webcam with a wide-angle lens, zoom and sharp audio, helps
keep everyone linked.

$99
www.buy.com

 

 

 

Simplicity pearl ring

A contemporary rough silver shape gives what is essentially a pearl ring, a new vibe altogether. Created by Balinese artist Sukartini.

$64.95
www.novica.com

 

Santos Leaf bowls

Cream colored glazed earthenware bowls inspired by natural leaf shaped take their place on a dinner table or display case.
Made in Italy.

$14.95 to $55.95
www.crateandbarrel.com

 

Lladro Organica
candleholder

Issued in 2007, this candleholder represents a new direction for the porcelain company. Inspired by organic forms, it is made of thin cast porcelain and contains a scented candle.

$175
www.lladro.com


 

Mary Kay skin care

Mary Kay has cooked up some great body products such as their classic 2-in-1Body Wash & Shave cream and their complementary Hydrating Lotion.

$14 each
www.marykay.com

 


 

Queen Rose ring

Traditional and romantic, this
silver ring is crowned with a full rose. Distressed accents give the piece a vintage feel.

$47.95
www.novica.com

 

 

 

Matilde bag by Furla

Designer and stunning, this silver bag is in line with the new metallic trend and is big enough to carry
all the necessities and more.

$380
www.nordstrom.com

 

 

 

Gossamer Lace bracelet

Made with Taxco silver by Mexican artisan Citlal Castillo,
the center of this bracelet
features wire thin silver
strands that create a
unique webbing.

$122.95
www.novica.co