Guatemala English language Magazine
Welcome to our 16th Annual Photo Issue. For all these years that we have been highlighting Guatemala through photography, we are still in awe as new and spectacular images keep coming in. This year is no exception in that there are new and exceptional photographs gracing our pages this month. We are grateful to the talented photographers who have shared […]
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CLICK HERE TO READ THE JANUARY 2019 ISSUE OF REVUE Welcome to our 16th Annual Photo Issue. For all these years that we have been highlighting Guatemala through photography, we are still in awe as new and spectacular images keep coming in. This year is no exception in that there are new and exceptional photographs gracing our pages this month. […]
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I am so deeply upset watching videos of the thousands of people flowing north in a stream of swelling migration. Having lived in Central America for over thirty years, I can say it is not surprising, it is not new, but it is disheartening. You could see it coming. I have a small project educating and giving vocational training for […]
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In the afternoon on Christmas Day the procession Virgen de la O departs from Escuela de Cristo Church and winds its way through the streets of La Antigua. The Procession carries the pregnant Virgin Mary eight days before the birth of Jesus. This is the reason she carries a very small image of Baby Jesus on her chest. The name […]
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“I like to recreate traditional dishes and give them a Twist of the season, which by the way -have you ever eaten a slice of mole pumpkin pie?” As the holidays approach it’s time to start thinking about family and office gatherings. Perhaps the first things that come to mind are food and drink, and of course, the venue. When […]
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Luis Argueta is one of the most dedicated people I know. He left his native Guatemala during the years of civil war in his country, but Guatemala never left his heart. He has worked tirelessly to educate people about human rights abuses against his people through his documentaries. His work puts human faces and personal stories into the discussions about […]
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CLICK HERE TO READ THE DECEMBER ISSUE OF REVUE As the year comes to a close, we reflect upon what has occurred. As the new year approaches we imagine what will be. Our December issue does both. In hopes of putting a smile on your face we’ve highlighted some great photographs from our Photo Contest Smiles of Guatemala. On the […]
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Everyone’s day is brightened by a smile, and these days we could use more of them. Here are the results of the Photo Contest “Smiles of Guatemala” with plenty of smiles to go around. Prizes listed below. WINNERS BY EDITORIAL DECISION WINNERS BY POPULAR VOTE THANK YOU to all the participating photographers. You can see all of the excellent submissions […]
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Michelle B. Sultan – La Botica Verde On a characteristically sunny day in La Antigua Guatemala I sat down with Michelle B. Sultan, the founder of La Botica Verde to discuss her plans for the company. As we sat at her office in Panorama sipping some delicious organic coffee, I could feel her excitement and energy – and caffeine was […]
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CLICK HERE TO READ THE NOVEMBER ISSUE OF REVUE MAGAZINE Welcome to our 9th Annual Food Issue. Guatemala has wonderful national dishes, there are many tasty regional recipes which add another good reason to travel around this beautiful country. As more people look for healthier food options, we are happy to introduce you to Michelle B. Sultan, founder of La […]
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Alert to all Photographers We invite you to submit your favorite Guatemala photo for the Revue 16th Annual Photo Issue (January, 2019). Send 1 hi-res photo to: photos@revuemag.com before Dec. 12, 2018. Atención Fotógrafos Los invitamos a enviar su foto favorita de Guatemala para la 16ava Edición Anual de Fotografía Revue (enero 2019). Envíenos 1 fotografía en alta resolución […]
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Guatemalan kitchen camaraderie with “mucho sabor” and comfort Perhaps one of the best ways to bond with anyone is in the kitchen. After all, this is a place where people gather to create delicious masterpieces and share experiences. I was invited once again to present at the World of the Latino Cuisine in New Jersey recently. This is an annual […]
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Guatemala boasts several incredible local and traditional dishes and this photo contest is a homage to the recipes throughout the country. Here are the results… WINNERS BY EDITORIAL DECISION WINNERS BY POPULAR VOTE THANK YOU to all the participating photographers. The judges got very hungry while contemplating the winners. You can see all of the excellent submissions on the Revue Facebook page […]
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During the last days of October strong winds start to blow in Guatemala, and that can only mean two things, one, it is the end of the rainy season, and two, it is time to fly kites. Kids are officially out of school, and they run to buy colorful kites from vendors in neighborhood shops, at the markets and town […]
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Transitions & Explosions of Intuition a Portrait of Artist César Pineda Moncrieff “Art is a key and a way to encounter other spaces within me. Something more ancient, it is something deeply intuitive … It is a connection with myself and something beyond that”. — César Pineda Moncrieff Transition. That inevitable, beautiful, complex and perhaps trepidatious moment when we transform […]
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No matter what your justifications for keeping your dog outside at night, I believe there are many more good reasons for keeping him inside with you. The usual logic cited is security: Your dog is an early warning system by barking and thereby announcing that thieves are attempting to trespass on your property. In Guatemala, there is a lot of […]
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CLICK HERE TO READ the October issue of Revue. This month we present one of our favorite themed-issues, Pets in Guatemala. Firstly, we love animals as do countless Guatemalans. That being the case, this is also a shout out to all of you who have rescued an animal, or adopted one, to groups and individuals who work day and night […]
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Prior to the arrival of the Spaniards, Latin cuisine was, for the most part, all gluten-free. This is still true to this day. As a professional chef, I routinely customize menus to the dietary needs and tastes of family, friends, and clients. As a Guatemalan, this comes easily to me. “Celiac disease is a serious autoimmune disorder that can occur […]
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Fotokids is now in its 28th year, and our focus is acting as a catalyst to stimulate leadership roles for young people in areas affected by poverty and gang violence in Guatemala and children of farm workers in California’s central valley. Fotokids transforms and empowers through its media training in photography, graphic design, video, writing, and web design, opening up […]
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This month’s Photo Contest is dedicated to pets for a couple of reasons. Honoring St. Francis of Assisi for his love of animals, and in the U.S. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) and the American Humane Association (AHA) have deemed the month of October National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month and Adopt a Dog Month. Here are the results from […]
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Guatemalans are proud people, proud of the beautiful country and of the symbols that represent it. Most of these symbols delight the eye, and some are pleasant to hear, taste, smell, or touch. Spot them all to add to your memory bank of the country, whether you live here or are just visiting. The blue-white-blue vertical bands of the national […]
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“That flag is a symbol we attach our emotions to, but it isn’t the emotion itself and it isn’t the thing we really care about. Sometimes we don’t even realize what we really care about, because we get so distracted by the symbols.” —Tom Wolfe, The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test Though flags represent the values of that country, freedom, vigilance, […]
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Independence Day celebrations in Guatemala include flags flying everywhere, speeches, music, celebratory food, and fireworks, but most especially in La Antigua Guatemala generations of students from local schools have marched through the cobblestone streets for almost a century. Through the years the high mark has been set by enduring bands from four educational institutions, Antonio Larrazabal (INVAL), Olimpia Leal (INSOL), […]
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CLICK HERE TO READ the September issue of Revue. We have had several Revue readers ask us, “Now that Revue is digital, has your work load gotten easier?” The short answer (without complaint) is, “No.” After 26 years we continue to carry out our original mission statement of promoting the best of Guatemala. We are still publishing informative and entertaining […]
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Strengthening School Environments in Pre-schools Across Guatemala (English) Samuel Camhi Levy Foundation began its work in Quetzaltenango, locally known as Xela. In 2013, with the support of the Foundation for the Integral Development of Socioeconomic Programs (Fundap as executor), together the group supported 13 public schools — five years later there are more than 100 communities using this model. At […]
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The similarity between the cuisine of eastern Africa to that of Latin America. Traveling is perhaps one of the best ways to rediscover ourselves and our own cultures. During a recent trip to Tanzania and Kenya, I expected fantastic wildlife and outstanding scenery, but an unexpected surprise was to experience the similarity between the cuisine of eastern Africa to that […]
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In honor of Guatemalan Independence celebrated in September, here are the results of our Photo Contest “The Flag of Guatemala” WINNERS BY POPULAR VOTE WINNERS BY EDITORIAL DECISION We hope you enjoy the independence festivities in September. THANK YOU to all the participating photographers. You can see all of the excellent submissions on the Revue Facebook page The winners and a […]
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Article by Hadazul Cruz—artist and student at CREA, outlining the Talla en Madera (wood carving) workshop, and the following Encarnado (polychrome) workshop. When the Spaniards arrived in Guatemala in 1524 they brought religion, arts, and culture with them. Since they didn’t speak native languages a simple way to evangelize the local population was through art. Thus, talented sculptors, painters, and […]
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Mendel Samayoa, a Guatemalan artist whose work has brought him both national and international prestige. After a series of successful international exhibitions between 2013 and 2015 in England and the United States Mendel Samayoa was invited by the Vice Ministry of Culture to exhibit his work at the Palacio Nacional de Guatemala. Relatos Asimétricos 1 (Asymmetric Stories 1) included twenty-plus new […]
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CLICK HERE TO VIEW the August Edition of Revue It’s just a click away on your tablet, laptop, desktop or phone First and foremost, thank you for such a glorious response to the July 2018 Revue e-zine. We so appreciate all of the interaction and comments on the Revue Facebook and Revue website. This month’s articles include an ARTIST […]
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