Conquer Holy Week with Your Latino Love: A Crash Course in Culture from Borderless Spanish
Are you gearing up to spend Holy Week with your Latino partner’s family but feeling nervous? Fear not! Borderless Spanish is here to help you navigate this meaningful cultural experience. Here are some playful and humorous tips to get you started and help you navigate the cultural nuances to make a lasting impression on your partner’s family.
Brush up on your Spanish and Learn Traditions!
Knowing a few key phrases shows you care and makes everything smoother. Borderless Spanish School can get you started with some Holy Week vocabulary. Surprise your partner’s family with knowing a fun fact about the Holy Week, like the extravagant processions and colorful festivities held in your partner’s home country. It’s a surefire way to pique their interest and set the mood for an enjoyable celebration.
Catch their attention!
Are you worried about impressing your partner’s mother-in-law and father-in-law? Show them you’re serious about embracing their traditions by joining in on the Holy Week festivities. Offer to help prepare traditional dishes like rosca de Pascua (Easter bread ring), potage de la vigilia (Spanish fasting soup), chipa (cheese rolls), capirotada (bread pudding), or any dish containing codfish, tuna, or seafood – it’s the quickest way to their hearts!
Show Interest in Traditions and Memories!
Holy Week in Latin America is full of unique and curious traditions. From elaborate processions to reenactments of biblical scenes with people dressed as saints, some families even burn Judas figures. There’s never a dull moment during this sacred week. Show genuine interest in their festivities and ask your partner’s family about their favorite Holy Week memories – it’s a great way to bond and learn more about their culture.
At Borderless, we understand the importance of cultural connection and language learning. Surprise your Latino partner this Holy Week by learning Spanish with our online classes. With experienced teachers and flexible scheduling, we make it easy for you to impress your partner’s family and embrace their traditions. Sign up today and get a FREE CLASS!