Monthly Archives: November 2009

Coca-Cola Lays Out Hispanic Marketing Plan for 2020: Soccer is for Men. Novelas are for Women

Posted on November 27, 2009 by

If you thought the soft drink giant a.k.a. The Coca-Cola Company couldn’t care less about the growing multicultural crowd, think again. The company this week laid out its vision for the future, which means a “strong focus” on multicultural marketing … Continue reading →

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Lou Dobbs to Telemundo: Leprosy Was Brought to the U.S. by South East Asians, not Hispanics. Duh!

Posted on November 24, 2009 by

Don’t believe everything you hear: Lou Dobbs is actually our BFF and he wants us to know we are not the ones responsible for bringing leprosy to this country… it was -who else?– those damn South East Asians…! So, in … Continue reading →

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Here’s What I’ll be Doing this Thanksgiving

Posted on November 24, 2009 by

For all of my readers who have not asked: I’m going to spend the long weekend helping this nice lady teach her turkey to behave like a civilized creature -once and for all. If unsuccessful, we’re just going to roast … Continue reading →

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And Now… a Shiraz for the Fine Hispanic Palate

Posted on November 22, 2009 by

Tired of your same old Yellow Tail? Here is a 2007 Shiraz that will lift your spirits and will probably leave you wrestling a mortal resaca the following morning. Introducing Australia’s Luchador Shiraz. According to wine enthusiasts, the Luchador Shiraz … Continue reading →

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Ready to Cross the Border? Don’t Forget to Bring your TIT [Transborder Immigrant Tool]

Posted on November 19, 2009 by

Ready to cross the Rio Grande but have no idea what direction to take? Worry no more, vatos! Ricardo Domínguez, a Mexican activist, hacker and -from this day on- this blogger’s favorite person ever, has come up with a tool … Continue reading →

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Paulina Rubio Wants “U Guys” to Know She’s Been to Some Place Called ‘Cartejena’

Posted on November 18, 2009 by

In a recent tweet post, La Chica Dorada tells us about her really fascinating trip to what we believe is Cartagena de Indias, Colombia.

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Eva Longoria Named ‘Philanthropist of the Year.’ Perhaps She Can Treat me to Some Tortilla Española

Posted on November 17, 2009 by

You might not know this but The Hollywood Reporter this week named Eva Longoria (a.k.a. La Prieta Fea) “Philanthropist of the Year,” reportedly… “For her relentless dedication to giving back to her community and serving others as well as for … Continue reading →

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Having Annihilated Lou Dobbs, ‘El Diario la Prensa’ is Out to Get “La Puerca”

Posted on November 15, 2009 by

Upon rejoicing over Lou Dobbs’ departure from CNN, New York City’s El Diario La Prensa graces its cover with yet one more wonderful headline, this time dealing with the potentially deadly H1N1 virus, from now on also known as “La … Continue reading →

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OMG You Guys! Nestlé Opens a Water Market in the Bronx [And Cristina Will be There to Greet You]

Posted on November 14, 2009 by

Question: How does Nestlé Waters North America celebrate “its commitment to the Hispanic community?” Answer: Opening a Nestlé Pure Life Mercado del Agua in the Bronx. [Duh!] And no, this is not a joke, nor an hallucination of this blogger. … Continue reading →

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‘El Diario’ Says ‘Adiós’ to Our Favorite Hate Monger

Posted on November 12, 2009 by

Under an op-ed piece titled Good-bye to an anti-hispanic, New York City’s El Diario La Prensa today applauded CNN for the decision to oust Lou Dobbs, who -among other things- had claimed immigrants are responsible for “an increase in leprosy … Continue reading →

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¡Oh, Dios! What are We Going to do Without Lou?

Posted on November 12, 2009 by

Upon hearing the news of Lou Dobbs departure from CNN to go and save the whales, fight climate change and engage in constructive problem solving, I decided to re-post this, his finest interview. Ever. And Ever. What will we do … Continue reading →

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Wondering What ‘Real Latinos’ are Watching on TV?

Posted on November 11, 2009 by

Forget George Lopez and his jokes about Mexican food and flatulence. This, my friends, is what us, the not-yet-acculturated, Spanish-dominant, Univision junkies are actually watching every so often on Spanish-language television. [Oh, and this is what I call late night … Continue reading →

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Is Sammy Sosa Trying to Pull a Michael Jackson?

Posted on November 9, 2009 by

Something very strange seems to be happening to Sammy Sosa, who was spotted last week in Vegas, while attending the Latin Grammys. Rebecca Polihronis, a former Clubs employee, told the Chicago Tribune that Sosa’s lighter skin is nothing but the … Continue reading →

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Julio César Chávez to Launch Restaurant [I Only Hope I Will be Able to Afford it]

Posted on November 8, 2009 by

Julio César Chávez, the famous Mexican boxer who brought us the Energía de Campeones energy drink, is making his debut as a restauranteur with Campeones, a 30,000 square-foot eatery in Mesa, Arizona. The new restaurant -scheduled to open Nov. 10th- … Continue reading →

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Vince Offer Wants you to Have a Very ‘Excitante’ Time in the Kitchen. ¡Mira su Huevo!

Posted on November 5, 2009 by

If you thought Spanish-language TV was all about Columbian telenovelas and ass competitions, think again. Our favorite TV salesman, Vince Offer, is here to cheer you -and your spiceless food- up… in Spanish and while talking about his balls and … Continue reading →

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