By @RozcoTV Mexican Easter Eggs: A Burst of Confetti and Childhood Memories
Various cultures around the world engage in unique traditions and celebrations to mark this holiday. In Mexico, one of the most cherished customs involves the tradition of Easter eggs filled with confetti. These vibrant and festive eggs not only add color to the holiday but also bring joy and laughter to children and adults alike. So today, I'll be telling you a bit about it. The tradition of filling Easter eggs with confetti, known as "cascarones" in Spanish, has deep roots in Mexican culture. While the exact origin of cascarones is uncertain, it is believed to have originated in Europe and was brought to Mexico by Spanish settlers during the colonial period. Over time, the tradition evolved and became intertwined with Mexican Easter celebrations. Reposted from @grancentenariotequila
Gran Centenario is pleased to share its newest Angel on Earth, Dina Leor. Dina is the founder of Mexican folk art store @lasirena_nyc, which just celebrated its 22nd year in the East Village of Manhattan. On a daily basis, Dina works with artisans in Oaxaca and Chiapas to bring her passions of folk art and Mexican tradition to the U.S. Although La Sirena temporarily closed its doors in 2020 due to COVID-19, Dina pledged to give back to her community. Dina continued to maintain sales outdoors during the pandemic and selflessly provided her profits to local families and Mexican artisans in need. Dina looks forward to continuing to help her local community and to bringing folk traditions and the spirit of Mexico to New York in the coming year. ![]() By Marisel Salazar / Thrillist This Mexican folk art marketplace has been a fixture on East 3rd Street in the East Village for 22 years. However, currently until November, the brick and mortar will only be open on weekends while the team runs a pop-up at Chelsea Market over the next few months. Read More By Chelsea Market / Gotham to Go - Art & Culture This summer, La Sirena will be setting up shop at Chelsea Market for a pop-up marketplace featuring museum-quality Mexican Folk art through November 2, 2021. Read More
By Jennifer Ortakales Dawkins
When people walk into La Sirena in New York City's East Village, they're either looking for a very specific piece of Mexican culture, or they've stumbled upon its captivating menagerie by chance. Read More Por la Secretaría de Cultura / Gobierno de Mexico Nueva York.- Sombreros de charro, trajes típicos, papel picado, huaraches, piñatas, calaveras de papel maché, juguetes de diversas regiones de México, adornos con el rostro de Frida Kahlo, bolsas de yute, alebrijes, son sólo algunos de los objetos y artesanías que se encuentran en la tienda La Sirena Mexican Folk Art, que durante 16 años se ha convertido en un centro cultural difusor de la identidad mexicana en la gran manzana. Leer Más
In honor of El Grito, step inside this living altar to all things Mexico in the heart of NYC9/13/2014
![]() It’s difficult not to feel overwhelmed when you step inside La Sirena. Located in New York City’s East Village neighborhood, the tiny store reminds me of a kaleidoscope, with its endless stream of colors. As El Grito approaches (the September 16th celebration of Mexico’s independence from Spain in 1810), I stepped inside this magical world, dedicated to the beauty and culture of Mexico. Read More ![]() By Amy Dupcak I tend to gush about independent shops in downtown Manhattan and Brooklyn, and La Sirena (which means "the mermaid") is certainly a note-worthy gem in that category. Read More |
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