Todos Santos potosino – All Saints in Potosí

Evelyn Callapino, Página Siete: Flowers, candles, incense and an accumulation of memories is the first thing I received with the visit of death. I have lived with her for more than four months because she decided to take Leoncio, my father, leaving in my mind a nostalgic accordion cueca to accompany my pain as she…

Savory Salteñas Are the Comforting Bolivian Snack D.C. Needs Right Now

Laura Hayes reports for Washington City Paper: Saya Salteña from Maria Iturralde launched earlier this month, offering pick-up and delivery. There are consequences to mistaking a salteña for an empanada. The signature Bolivian snack resembles an empanada with its crimped edges, but if executed properly, the pastry should serve as a pocket for a savory…

WHERE TO GO ON HOLIDAY IN APRIL? BOLIVIA OF COURSE!

Estella Shardlow reports for the Independent, excerpts pertaining Bolivia follow: Looking for an Easter break? There’s still some snow time to be enjoyed in the Alps, just as European city breaks are warming up. Or discover under-the-radar spots in South American and the Far East, which unfurl their most impressive scenery this month.  The Independent’s…