Fouth of July is around the corner. I know you want to add a little bit of a Latino twist to your celebration, and these 10 ideas will give you just that! They're all super easy to pull off, cheap and (bonus!) the kids will love them. Not to mention your hubby, mamá, la suegra and your friends, Latinos or not. Check them out!
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Make the BBQ Latino style.
Don't grill the hum-ho hamburgesas or hot dogs. No way, not when you can make carne asada and elote (corn), with salsa or chimichurri. Yummy!
Have a piñata that's themed.
Kids and adults will love it. Candy and fun? Sign us up!
Include flags from other countries.
Argentina, Venezuela, Peru and Colombia also celebrate their independence in July. Have them join the U.S. celebrations!
Guacamole must be part of the celebration.
Just like other Latino foods like tortillas, salsa, chimichurri and obviously delicious Latin desserts.
Enjoy beers from different Latin countries.
A fun idea is to set up a beer bar with brands from the motherland.
Don't forget about the Latino cocktails.
It could be mojitos, margaritas, cuba libres. These are great options for a Summer party.
Get the kids in the mood.
You can get them ready with videos and books, and the day of the party think of fun games to keep them entertained.
Papel picado should be part of the decor.
Papel picado is very easy to make! It's also pretty and sets the festive mood. Not to mention, there's nothing more us than papel picado, so the party theme will be clear!
Like every other Latino party, music must be pumping!
If you have a friend who plays an instrument, make sure that he knows your favorite songs. If not, make a killer playlist with your favorite songs. Of course "Despacito" needs to be played. Several times.
Get ready for a long party.
I have never been to a Latino party that doesn't last several hours. We always go back to our home to have a nightcap after the fireworks.
