More Than a Month: Appreciating Hispanic-Owned Business Year-Round

Amanda Brucculeri

Graphic by Josie Zevin

Boston has no shortage of Hispanic-owned businesses. While Hispanic Heritage Month officially runs from September 15 to October 15, it doesn’t mean that Hispanic culture should only be appreciated in these weeks. Hispanic culture can be recognized year-round through the support of Hispanic-owned businesses. Here are just a few of the different Boston businesses you should visit this Hispanic Heritage Month and beyond.

One of the best ways to celebrate Hispanic heritage is on the dance floor. Sabor Latino Boston holds a variety of salsa and bachata events. Every Monday until October 13, they are hosting Saborcito at The Anchor — an open-air lounge in Charleston Naval Shipyard Park. Here, you can learn how to dance salsa and bachata with one of Boston’s premiere salsa dance companies. Whether you’re a beginner eager to learn, or an experienced dancer ready to show off your moves, it’s the perfect spot to enjoy music and social dancing. The best part — it’s free to attend. 

Just a short walk from campus, La Neta is a casual taqueria that offers traditional Mexican dishes right on Newbury Street. In addition to all different variations of tacos, La Neta is also known for its creative cocktails — from marzipan-inspired martinis to drinks based off of iconic Mexican movies. La Neta has something for everyone. What better way to celebrate Hispanic culture than with traditional and creative drinks and dishes?

Ojalá Boutique offers handcrafted Colombian-inspired pieces right in Boston. This Latina-owned online clothing brand offers swimsuits, jewelry and traditional Colombian mochilas, making it your one-stop shop for authentic fashion items. While there is no physical Ojalá Boutique store to visit, you can find them at pop-ups around Boston, which they announce on their Instagram. 

These are just some of the many ways you can support Hispanic-owned businesses right here in Boston. While Hispanic Heritage Month is the perfect time to highlight these businesses, the celebration doesn’t end there. From fashion to food to dancing, there are endless ways to experience and honor Hispanic culture in the city of Boston year-round.