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Hispanic Heritage, when people say this the first thing that comes to mind is tacos and mariachi bands wearing sombreros. And while this is part of Hispanic Heritage, It goes a lot deeper than that. So for people to be contemplating whether or not to get rid of the heritage of one of the biggest ethnic groups in the world is crazy. That idea would shake the entire world especially here in the United States considering the fact that there are almost as many Hispanics as Caucasians. Hispanic heritage is more important than you think. About 415,000,000 people are Hispanic, to have that many people mad at you because you chose to discard Hispanic heritage would be a bad idea(spain).

Being Hispanic means you are from a Spanish speaking country. This is important for a lot of people, so it's important to keep Hispanic heritage alive. Now one of the reasons that Hispanics are proud of their heritage is because of the food. The food is separated into two slightly different categories. Spanish food, which is, in a way, Mediterranean, where as Latin food is more South American style(spain). One popular food is paella. It is a dish originating in Valencia, paella is a rice dish prepared with seafood. Of all the foods in Spain, this is the most popular. In this dish, savory yellow rice is combined with tomatoes, onions, peas, shellfish, squid, clams and chicken drumsticks. Another popular meal is the Spanish tortilla. A great starter or meal for breakfast, lunch or dinner, no doubt you'll come across a Spanish potato omelette during your time in Spain. Like croquetas, you can find them in almost any bar Top ten foods in Spain: Spanish omlette with potato and to varying degrees of quality and flavour(spain). The best ones are from slow-cooked potato in olive oil, which make a soft centre once egg is added to create an omelette cake; even tastier when onions are added to the slow-frying process for a sweet underlying flavour. You'll also find wedges of Spanish omelette squeezed between a bocadilla for a tasty sandwich snack(Sarah).Jamon is ubiquitous in Spain, carved thinly off cured legs of cows and pigs: jamon, chorizo, salchichonpork that you will see hanging in most bars and restaurants. Jamon is a serious business and an art in Spain, with many varietals that determine quality, such as what the pigs are fed and the curing process. Jamón ibérico de bellota is the top category, where the pigs are free-range and acorn-fed. Chorizo is identified by its red smoked-pepper colouring, and is a dried sausage with sweet and spicy hints. You'll also see the softer-flavoured salchichón served on mixed charcuterie platters(sarah).

The family is the basis of the social structure and includes extended family which sometimes provides both a social and a financial support network. Extended family is considered almost as important as nuclear family. Today, it is less common than previously for family members to work in a family business, as personal preferences are important and university education is general. The size of the family vary, but generally, people live until longer lives, have fewer children than before, and fewer people live in their homes with extended family. Family networks have become less tight. The greatest changes have occurred inside families, between men and woman, and the parents and children because of the changing times we live in(spain). Most families in Spain and other Spanish countries are Roman Catholic, about ninety six percent to be exact. And while they are mostly Roman Catholic other religions are accepted with open arms. Some of these religions are Muslims and Jews(faqs).

Etiquette and customs are extremely important in Spanish speaking countries.One of the most essential parts of Spanish Etiquette is table manners (sarah). You should remain standing until invited to sit down. You may be shown to a particular seat. Also always keep your hands visible when eating. Keep your wrists resting on the edge of the table. Avoid beginning to eat until the hostess starts. Use utensils to eat most food. Even fruit is eaten with a knife and fork. If you have not finished eating, cross your knife and fork on your plate with the fork over the knife, this is used as a sign to your host and/ or hostess or waiter so they don't accidentally pick up your plate.The host gives the first toast. An honoured guest should return the toast later in the meal,and it is acceptable for a woman to make a toast. Indicate you have finished eating by laying your knife and fork parallel on your plate, tines facing up, with the handles facing to the right.And finally do not get up until the guest of honour does(spain).

Finally, I think Hispanic heritage is more important than we think. I believe people don't know how it affects us Hispanics. In a rapidly changing world that we should cling onto our heritage now more than ever. That is why I think we should keep Hispanic heritage alive.

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