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Free Personal Finance Tools
Tracking personal spending is easier with a program: paper/pencil, offline computer softer, or online website service. These free options are perfect for first timers.
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Four C's of Credit
Knowing what banks and other lenders look at to determine loan eligibility will give a borrower an advantage when preparing a home mortgage application.
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Limitations of Fair Trade for Producers
Small fair trade producers face issues of increased production costs and limited influence over policies.
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Benefits of Fair Trade for Producers
"Fair trade" is a commonly misunderstood term both in the where is comes from and what the policies are behind it.
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Salsa Jalapeña Recipe
This creamy, spicy sauce is a quick and delicious way to top a variety of meats and vegetables.
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Enchiladas Nicaraguenses
Similar to empanadas in other Latin American countries, Nicaraguan enchiladas are the perfect street food.
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Selva Negra Cloud Forest Reserve
Tucked away in the cloud forest north of Matagalpa, this idyllic environment should be on every traveler's itinerary for it's environmental and social initiatives.
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History of the Fair Trade Movement
The Fairtrade movement stems from a concern of the inequality of traditional forms of international trade.
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Generic Fairtrade Trade Standards
The Fairtrade Labeling Organization (FLO) lays out a series of guidelines for fairtrade products to challenge current trade practices.
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Ecuadorian Ceviche Recipe
This fresh seafood dish is a Latin American classic and is quickly gaining popularity internationally.
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Ceviche Mixto
This fresh seafood dish is a Latin American classic and is quickly gaining popularity internationally.
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Peruvian Ceviche
This fresh seafood dish is a Latin American classic and is quickly gaining popularity internationally.
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Ceviche Basics
This fresh seafood dish is a Latin American classic and is quickly gaining popularity internationally.
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El Indio Viejo
This hearty, corn, and chicken stew is simple to make and incredibly satisfying. What makes this dish so unique is the combination of beef with mint and oranges.
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Black Bean Salad Recipe
Black bean salad is the perfect side to any summer meal.
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Torta Ahogada
Torta Ahogadas are seen everywhere in the Mexican state of Jalisco, particularly in the city of Guadalajara.
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Pepitas and Pipián
Roasted pumpkin seeds are a common ingredient in many Mexican dishes. Here's a quick guide on how to roast, hull, and use pumpkin seeds in your next recipe.
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Jamaican Pumpkin Soup
Here's a quick guide on how to extract the flesh from pumpkin and turn it into a hearty and satisfying soup.
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Nicaraguan Gallo Pinto Recipe
Gallo Pinto is served with nearly every meal in Nicaragua as a side. Simple to make and quite satisfying, this is a great accompaniment to any Latin meal.
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Desayuno Trancado Jammed Breakfast
This gut buster of a breakfast is the perfect way to start a hard of work or physical activity.
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Ajiaco Colombiano
This dish takes advantage of the myriad of potatoes available in the Andean region of South America. Great for a main dish or as a starter.
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Sancocho Recipe
Sancocho is a Colombian soup that is not only great for quelling an appetite, but also for nurishing the soul.
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Pernil Puertoricano Recipe
This incredibly simple dish is a fantastic way to feed a crowd, or to prepare in advance and have on hand for many other Latin dishes.
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Bandeja Paisa Recipe
Hearty dish of minced or grilled steak, chorizo, fried pork belly (chicharron), red beans, rice, arepa, fried plantain, blood sausage, a small salad, and a fried egg.
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Eating Street Food
Street food is the fast track to local flavors and cuisine of a particular location. Every city has its own varieties and cities in Latin America.
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Savory Fried Green Plantains
Two simple recipes for fried green plantains that are great as a snack, appetizer, or side to any Latin American and Caribbean dish.
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Tom Kime's "Street Food"
Tom Kime's book "Street Food: Exploring the World's Most Authentic Tastes" makes the sometimes frightening world of street food accessible, interesting, and fun.
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Latin American Pantry
Feel like Mexican dinner tonight, but not sure if you have all the right ingredients? Here's a list of the staples you need in your pantry to make Latin food any night.
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Tortilla Soup
This authentic recipe for tortilla soup is an adaptation from the best soup restaurants in southern Mexico. It is the perfect dish for any Mexican party or BBQ.
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Three Easy Sangria Recipes
This classic cocktail is a simple crowd pleaser for any occasion.
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Latin Kitchen Gadgets
There are only a few items you truly need to prepare delicious, authentic Latin American food.
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Carmarones a la Diabla
This quick, simple recipe is sure to heat up your night. Great as appetizer or a main course.
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Editing Graduate Essays
The most important step to writing a winning personal statement for graduate school applications is the revising process.
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Writing Graduate Application Essay
Writing a graduate school application can be a stressful process, but with these tips you will be well on your way to writing a winning essay.
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Ideas for Application Essays
Coming up with a sharp and catchy application requires planning and plenty of thought. These tips will help you come up with essay ideas.
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Researching Grad Application Essay
One of the most important steps to writing a effective and successful personal statement is making sure you have done your research
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Picante de Pollo
This fiery chicken dish is sure to satisfy all your guests at your next Latin American fiesta.
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Paella Recipe
Paella is a great hearty seafood dish stemming from Spain by adopted by many South American chefs and perfect example of using local seafood.
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Empanadas de Carne Argentinas
Empanadas are a great item to keep around as a quick snack, or a full meal. You can make a bunch and freeze the rest.
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Chimichurri Sauce Recipes
Chimichurri is a great topping for grilled meats, or even as a marinade.
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Veal Milanesa
This simple Argentinian dish is perfect for a quiet candle-lit dinner or a quick meal for the family.
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Tequila Shrimp Recipe
This crowd pleaser can be served as an appetizer or a main dish, grilled or sauteed, in marinade or in a sauce. It's versatility and simplicity make this dish fantastic.
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Roast Pork Shoulder Recipe
Pulled pork is super simple to make and nearly impossible to mess up. From tacos to tamales to bbq, this is a great meat to use in any Latin recipe.
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Arepas de Queso
Arepas are found in several countries in northern South America, including Venezuela and Colombia. They can either be filled like a sandwich or just eaten hot with butter
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Sorbrebarriga Bogota
This simple recipe takes about 10 minutes of prep, and rewards you with a tender, flavorful, and economical main course sure to please anyone.
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Rice and Peas Recipe
This simple side is a staple for many Jamaican families and a great compliment to any Caribbean dish.
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Jerk Chicken Recipe
This fiery recipe for Jamaican Jerk Chicken will keep your guests coming back for more.
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Chiles en Nogada
This truly unique and delicious dish is available only from July to September.
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Adobo Chicken en Escabeche
With common histories of conquest by the Spanish in the 1500's, a fusion of two dishes from these distant nations is a fantastic combination.
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Spanish Rice Recipe
This simple side dish is a flavorful and colorful compliment to nearly every Latin American dish.
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Common Latin Chilies
Chilies are a fundamental part of Latin American and Caribbean cuisine. Here's a quick guide to help you properly sort out your peppers.
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Mexican Chipotle Chili Peppers
The chipotle is one of the most flavorful chilies around. Here are easy ways to incorporate these little flavor packets into many of you foods.
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Chilies Rellenos Recipe
This classic Mexican dish is easier to make than you might think. Here's a simple recipe to stuff, batter, and sauce your next Mexican meal.
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Jalapeño Poppers Recipe
Jalapeño Poppers, Texas Torpedos, Jalapeño Slammers, or Armadillo eggs are all names for stuffed and fried jalapeño peppers. Try this simple recipe to impress friends.
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Handling Chilies
Chilies are an integral part of Latin and Caribbean cuisine. Here are some quick tips on preparation, lowering heat, and safety concerns.
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Roasting Techniques
One of the basic cooking techniques in Latin and Caribbean cuisine is roasting. These are simple tips on roasting various vegetables.
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Salsa Mexicana
Mexican sauces usually incorporate red, green, and white ingredients invoking the Mexican flag and using many local produce.
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Roasting Vegetables
Here is a quick guide to how to roast the most common Latin ingredients for all of your favorite recipes: peppers, chilies, tomatoes, tomatillos, and garlic.
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Albóndigas Mexicana Recipe
This simple meatball recipe is great for soups or as a snack with your favorite Mexican drink.
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Classic Key Lime Pie Recipe
This sweet tangy desert will transport you and your friends to the sunny Caribbean with each bite.
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Black Bean Soup Recipe
Black beans are a great source of many dietary needs. This simple soup is a great way to prepare this humble legume as a meal or as a condiment for other foods.
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Communications Intercept System
The State Department recently provided the administration of Mexico with a new phone and email tapping system with the collected information shared between the two.
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Mojito Recipe
Lime, sugar, rum, and mint come together in this legendary drink. A simple recipe with a long history of pirates, revolution, and romantic writers.
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Enchilada Sauce Recipes
Enchiladas are a common food in many Mexican households. While they take some time to make, your efforts will be well rewarded.
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Enchilada Recipe
Enchiladas can be found on just about every dinner table in Mexico. Simple and versatile, this is a great recipe to make in your home.
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Lagos de Montebello
The Lagos de Montebello region is a travelers paradise with it's crystal lakes, ancient ruins, and plenty of outing opportunities.
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Quick Photo Editing for the Web
Photo libraries we want to put online can be extensive. Once you get the hang of editing photos for the web, these time-saving tips will help greatly.
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The Versatility of Crema
Crema is a great condiment for nearly every Mexican dish. Here are a couple recipes moving crema from the role of condiment to main ingredient.
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Levels Adjustment in Photoshop
Digital photographs can become slightly washed out through compression. This tutorial will walk you through optimizing the blacks and whites in your images for the web.
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Hue and Saturation for the Web
Bright colors are particularly important for online images. This tutorials will show how to maximize your photos for online viewing.
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Cropping Photos for the Web
When creating images for the web, there are a few simple guidelines to keep in mind. Here are a few quick tips on how to crop photographs for online viewing.
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Curves Adjustment for the Web
The curve adjustment layer is slightly more complicated than levels. Effective use of this layer can really bring out the subtler details in your images.
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Overview of Photos for the Web
Proper cropping, coloring, compression, and editing are all important for creating effective images for websites. This summary outlines the "photos for the web" series
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Churches of San Cristóbal
The temples, churches, and cathedrals of San Cristobal de las Casas are fascinating symbols of history, culture, and contemporary lifestyles.
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Carne Machaca Recipe
Carne machaca is a widely versatile and simple dish that is used to stuff tacos, enchiladas, tlayudas, or just eaten on its own. Here's how you can easily make your own.
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Nightlife in San Cristóbal
The music scene in San Cristóbal de las Casas is a wonderful mix of jazz, salsa, reggae, rock, and more. A great way to relax at the end of the day.
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Maya Communities by San Cristóbal
Amatenango del Valle and San Lorenzo Zinacantán are known for local crafts, unique costumes, and friendly people.
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San Cristóbal de las Casas
San Cristóbal de las Casas is a unique combination of traditional Maya culture, old colonial architecture, awe inspiring natural beauty, and a vibrant artisan community.
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San Juan Chamula
The church in Chamula is one of the most profound examples of Catholicism and Maya traditions. It should be on every southern Mexico traveler's itinerary.
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Corporate Intelligence Gathering
Corporations use intelligence gathering techniques to create propaganda, protect and extract trade secrets, and manipulate public debates.
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Cinco de Mayo
Cinco de Mayo is a popular holiday in both Mexico and the United States. Here's a bried history of the day and some ideas on throwing your own Cinco de Mayo fiesta.
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Bruce Gabbard Timeline
Wal-Mart's surveillance practice are being scrutinized since Bruce Gabbard blew the whistle on some of the company's intelligence gathering practices.
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Cheeses of Mexico
Many Mexican recipes use local cheeses from the region, but not all of them are available in every grocery store. Here's an easy guide to Mexico's cheese and substitutes.
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Sangrita Recipe
This is a great alternative to the lime, tequila, salt trio common for drinking tequila. This spicy, citrusy drink should definitely be next to your next shot of tequila.
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Crema Mexicana
A simple recipe for how to make your own homemade crema. A great and more authentic replacement for sour cream and creme fraiche.
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Pambazo
This is a great Mexican sandwich that is a popular street food in every city in the state of Vera Cruz, Mexico.
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Michelada Recipe
This simple recipe is great for hot days or Mexican fiestas.
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Ultimate Nachos Recipe
Nachos are an American dish, but with some simple twists you can create a more authentic Mexican taste.
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Authentic Guacamole Recipe
Guacamole is basically mashed avocados and salt, but with a little creativity, it can be so much more.
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Semana Santa in Guatemala
A week long hybrid festival of the rebirth of Christ combining Catholic and Maya traditions with a climax of a sleepless three-day march of holy statues.
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Tamales Recipe
The tamale is one of the most versatile and fulfilling of all of Mexico's street fare. Make large batches and freeze to enjoy these little morsels all year round.
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Terrorist Database Delays Travel
Tens of thousands of travelers are held up at airports due to sharing an identical or similar name to one on the no-fly list which is compiled from inconsistent data.
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Zapatistas 2.0
The EZLN announced a global campaign for the preservation of indigenous territory around the world along with unveiling techniques for new information operations.
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Salsa Verde Recipe
Salsa verde is a traditional condiment served with nearly every dish in nearly every restuarant. It is more common than red salsa.
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Salchicha Salsa
This simple salsa is common at most Mexican fiestas and can be quickly prepared. Great as an appetizer or a snack at your next party event.
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Zapatistas March to San Cristóbal
The Zapatista army (EZLN) is marching to San Cristobal de las Casas today to announce the next phase of their campaign against the Mexican government.
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Tlayuda Recipe
Tlayudas are a great Mexican street food you can serve at parties or as a light dinner that is sure to please everyone in the room. An impressive step up from nachos.
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Information Operations Roadmap
The Department of Defense in the United States has developed a strategy for waging war through information, offensive network attacks, and multi-media campaigns.
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Mole Sauce Recipe
Mole is one of the most revered and feared recipes from Mexico because of its complex flavors and its intimidating ingredients list. We've made it easy.
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