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El Botón de Nácar (The Pearl Button) Dir. Patricio Guzman (2015)

Using the poetic language that has become a trademark of the famed Chilean director, this sequel to his multi-awarded Nostalgia de la luz (Nostalgia for the Light, 2010) explores both small detail and big historical processes to…

Food
DF

A surprising New York-Mexican dining experience, that brings quality, flavour and speed in stylish urban fashion

Dance
Immortal Tango

Argentine Tango Maestro German Cornejo brings his new show to London

Music
Grupo Niche 35 Aniversario (Codiscos)

This Colombian salsa institution shows no sign of stopping. Even after the death of its founder and musical brain Jairo Varela, this album shows how the Cali group has managed to keep the band going without losing quality or…

Food
Cañas y Tapas

The London franchise of a well known Spanish Chain delivers service and quality in Islington

Arts and Culture
'Breathe' by Leila Segal

A debut collection of short stories exploring the emotional relationships between Cubans and Western visitors to the Caribbean island.

Music
Various Artists Cuba y Puerto Rico Son…

It’s not the first time that an all-star team from these twin Caribbean islands have collaborated to record songs from each other’s countries, but when you get Havana D' Primera, Cultura Profética, Charlie Aponte, Isaac…

Music
Telajeta Musica de Venezuela in London (White Label)

A daring new take on Venezuelan music by a collective of London-based musicians including Caracas-born Ernesto Marichales on drums and percussion. Re-arranged and ‘jazzified’ by the whole band, Musica de Venezuela brings classics…

Music
Nicolá Cruz Prende el Alma (ZZK Records)

French/Ecuadorian producer Nicolá Cruz’ first full-length album is a masterpiece of experimental electronic music fused with folk sounds. No fillers but a great amalgam of folk percussion, Andean flutes with synths, and…

Food
Bajo Bar @ Lima Floral

Everyone loves a good Pisco sour, and Lima Florals latest offering in the heart of Covent Garden pretty much seals the deal.

Arts and Culture
Uncovering The Invisible - Mexicans in the UK

At a time when Britain's immigrant community is increasingly falling under an unfriendly spotlight, 'Uncovering the Mexican Community in the UK' is a welcome photography exhibition and important reminder of the…

Music
SOYO by Dom La Nena (Six Degrees)

A global album with a Brazilian soul, a nostalgic feel but full or raw energy from a truly modern day globe-trotting Bohemian.

Music
Lula All Stars: Salsa de la Buena (Lulaworld Records)

Canadian based Salsa outfit playing wth passion and flavour

Music
TAMBOLERO by Totó la Momposina y Sus Tambores (Real World)

A wonderfully ambitious remixing and remastering of her classic album La Candela Viva.

Food
The Cuban

A buzzing Latin venue, a perfect break whilst weekend strolling in Camden Lock

Arts and Culture
The Second Mother (2015) Dir. Anna Muylaert

A hugely enjoyable film exploring the complex relationship between Latin America's middle class and its live-in maids in a digestible, humorous and touching way.

Food
Constancia

Beef so tender, 'we could have cut it with a spoon.'

Food
Señor Ceviche

Carnaby Street, the funky epicenter of the swinging sixties, is the fitting setting for London's latest gastronomical fashion statement, says pioneer of Latin Cuisine in the UK, Esnayder Cuartas

Arts and Culture
Marshland (2015) Dir. Alberto Rodríguez

Critically acclaimed Spanish director Alberto Rodríguez’s latest film, Marshland, was a box-office hit in Spain, winning a spectacular ten Spanish Academy Goya awards including Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor and Best…

Food
Cantina Laredo

An amazing authentic, American style Mexican (not tex-mex) right smack in the middle of central London.

Food
La Patagonia

The exposed brickwork, black and white photos and other Argentine paraphenalia give the place the authentic feel of a real bodegon, and the menu has everything you’d expect from an Argentine restaurant

Arts and Culture
Flesh and Blood: True Fiction by Marcus Dalrymple

Marcus Dalrymple’s Flesh and Blood follows his debut novel, Killing Time. Dalrymple’s contextual knowledge of Mexico is without fault, complemented by Flesh and Blood’s compelling storyline. Following the adventure of Brit John…

Food
Mezcal Cantina

Charismatic Cesar Garibay runs a veritable home from Mexican home down Dalston way

Food
Floripa

A funky Brazilian establishment with a fabulous cocktail list and the best Pao de Queijo in town!

Arts and Culture
The Motherf**ker with the Hat

A poetic, profane, whip-smart look at love and addiction finds light even in the darkest corners of New York City. Motherf**ker With The Hat premiers at the National Theatre, after having been nominated for six Tony awards on…

Food
Wine and Bread

A charming Portuguese gem in the middle of Hendon

Music
Latin DNA by Dorance Lorza and Sexteto Cafe

The latest release from one of the UK's most outstanding Latin musicians

Food
Made in Brasil

The perfect showcase for Brazilian culture and cuisine in the heart of Camden

Arts and Culture
Indiscretion by Hannah Fielding

Hannah Fielding is an award-winning writer and published her first book, Burning Embers, in 2012. Since then, she has gone on to publish two more works, The Echoes of Love (2014) and Indiscretion (2015). Extensively travelled…

Food
Chotto Matte

Peruvian-Japanese Cuisine in the heart of Soho

Food
Habanera

Pushing the boundaries of Mexican

Food
Bilbao Berria

An exceptional Spanish eating experience that marries the traditional with the modern in a way that is unique.

Food
Comedor Bar & Grill

Argentine, but not as you thought...winner of The LUKAS Fusion Restaurant of the Year 2015

Arts and Culture
Storm in the Andes (2014) Dir. Mikael Wiström

This year's London leg of the International Human Rights Watch Festival include a compelling selection of Latin American films. Of the many harrowing conflicts besetting Latin America in the 1970s, 80s and 90s, that of Peru…

Arts and Culture
Wild Tales (2014) Damian Szifron

A box office and critical hit, both in Latin America and outside, this anthology of short stories linked by themes of rage and restraint in post-modern living, is Argentina's most recent example in a long tradition of…

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