In many Latino families, holidays are a very big deal, and they center around delicious food that is prepared with loving care. The holiday dinner table—whether it's Thanksgiving, Noche Buena, or Christmas Day—is always covered from end to end with amazing foods. And being that our families are made up of multiple generations—some born in the US and some not—our holiday gatherings often feature traditional American foods as well as traditional recipes from Latin American countries.
More from MamásLatinas: Christmas salads that are perfect for your Nochebuena dinner
Everybody always has their favorites. We want to share some of our favorite Latin-inspired side dishes with you for this holiday season. They are perfect for rounding out your holiday meal. They are also a way of celebrating culture, passing on traditions, and creating new traditions. Following are some ideas to get you started, including several sweets, because it's not really a full holiday meal without some dessert.