What is a “Parranda”?
A parranda is a boisterous gathering of people who go to the homes of friends and relatives while singing aguinaldos. It’s similar to Christmas caroling, but instead of a “silent night,” it’s more of a party — eating pasteles, sipping on coquito, and picking up people on the way to the next home.
The Night Everyone Became Puerto Rican
🇵🇷 For one night, everyone became Puerto Rican. And they get another chance to wear guayaberas and pavas again on February 8, 2026, at the Super Bowl LX halftime show.
🐸 The History of the Coquí
The coquí is an endemic frog species native to Puerto Rico. It’s barely the size of a quarter and got its name from the distinct “coqui” sound it makes. It’s loud enough to echo through the mountains, coastlines, and the walls of Abuela’s house at night. A single male coquí can chirp at up to 100 decibels.
How Bomba Became Puerto Rico’s Voice of Resistance
Before Bad Bunny, Puerto Rico had Bomba. Bomba was once punishable by death. Today, it’s Puerto Rico’s heartbeat — a dance of resistance, rhythm, and African roots that still speaks truth.
How New York Fashion Week Shapes the City’s Nightlife
This is New York City — everyone is a celebrity and everything is fashion.
“Oye Mi Amor” — The Cover that Keeps Getting Covered
“Oye Mi Amor” was released by the Mexican pop rock group Maná on September 7, 1992 as part of their iconic album ¿Dónde Jugarán los Niños?. This Spanish pop-rock anthem catapulted the band to international fame, and the album went on to become the best-selling Spanish-language rock album of all time, selling over three million copies worldwide.

