Three Kings Day
The 6th of January is Día de los Reyes Magos, the Christian celebration of the Epiphany also known in English...
Crossing into Bolivia – Cruzando a Bolivia
There are many things about the Chaco that seem like a mystery. Chief among them for adventurous tourists may be...
Discovering Paraguay on “Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown”
After having to keep it "ñeembegue" (quiet) for a few months I am very happy to announce I will be...
Chipa anytime, anywhere – Chipa anytime
Chipa is consumed throughout the day in Paraguay (if you are unfamiliar with chipa listen to my interview on KCRW´s Good...
Scenes from a Paraguayan Cemetery
During the first days of November Paraguayan cemeteries come to life (not literally, although the 2nd Annual Asunción Zombie Walk would suggest...
A “Jopará” of Festivities
Ah, spring! Winter´s cold days are over, the flowers are in full bloom, and the air is full of the scent...
It’s harp time! – It’s time for the harp!
The World Harp Festival is taking place this week in Asunción. The festival will span from Thursday the 19th to Saturday...
Harps, harps and more harps!
The time has come once again for the annual Festival Mundial del Arpa (world harp festival), now in its 5th...
Happy Independence Days, Paraguay!
2010 marks Paraguay´s 199th year as an independent nation. May 14th and 15th are celebrated as Independence Day / s in...
