We have some very exciting news to share! This past weekend in Chicago, I attended the LATISM (Latinos in Social Media) National Conference and was awarded Best Latin@ Food Blogger for my work on The Other Side of The Tortilla!
Thank you to each and every one of you voted! It was truly an honor to receive this award. Many of you who have been reading since the beginning know that I launched the social presence of this blog during a Thursday night #latism chat in 2009 after months of tweeting photos of all kinds of Mexican goodies coming from my kitchen. Since day one, it has been nothing but love and encouragement from everyone in the LATISM family and this award means so much to me.
Special thanks also to the LATISM board of directors, especially founder Ana Roca Castro and VP of communications Elianne Ramos for their unwavering support and also inviting me to speak at the conference about niche blogging. I had an amazing time spending two days listening to captivating speakers, making connections within the community and catching up with old friends, and I will definitely be attending LATISM12 in Houston next year. I go to a lot of conferences, but this was undoubtedly one of the best I have ever been to.
Thank you, my incredible readers, friends, fans and family, for your continued support, love and allowing me into your homes and kitchens. It has been an amazing journey so far, and I hope you’ll not only continue to join me here for recipes, cultural knowledge and travel tips, but that you’ll also share the site with your family and friends, too.
Thank you to the brands and sponsors who have believed in what I’m doing here on The Other Side of The Tortilla and have given me constant opportunities to widen my audience and share my recipes with more people to educate them about Mexican cuisine and culture.
Most importantly, thank you to my husband for pushing me to start the blog during those initial moments of hesitation before hitting publish, always supporting what I do (no matter how crazy it may seem) and being my chief taste-tester.
I hope you’ll continue to follow along here, find The Other Side of The Tortilla on Facebook, follow me @MauraHernandez on Twitter, or any of the other places online I hang my hat. It’s been a dream come true to share my passion with all of you since 2009 and I look forward to sharing even more in the coming year with expanded content and partnerships.
Un abrazo a todos,
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Myrah - Coupon Mamacita says
November 15, 2011 at 10:56 AMMaura, you are very talented! This award is very well deserved and it is a reflection of your continued dedication with “The Other Side of the Tortilla”. Your DELISH recipes, tips, and overall exquisite content are part of my everyday lifestyle! AND Of course PONCHE Navideño!. YUM!
Mercedes @BeChicMag says
November 15, 2011 at 10:58 AMMaura, well deserved! I’m not much of a cook, but your food blog is so detailed with ingredients, how-to steps and photos that there is no excuse for anyone not to start hitting the kitchen. As a writer/blogger, I admire your work and focus. It’s been a pleasure meeting you at Blogalicious and participating with you on the Niche Blogging panel.
Where are you going to place your award?
Maybelline @ Naturalmente Mamá says
November 15, 2011 at 11:06 AMI’m beyond excited for you!. When I saw you were nominated I had to vote for you, I’m not Mexican but I really enjoy reading other countries traditions and your dishes are part of the Mexican traditions and culture. I love your videos and the work you do. Congratulations!
Unknown Mami says
November 15, 2011 at 11:40 AMLo que es para ti nadie te lo quita. Well-deserved recognition. Keep sharing your creations and insights.
Carrie at TikiTikiBlog! says
November 15, 2011 at 1:25 PMSuper deserved!
Your site always is beautiful and inspiring. The recipes outstanding.
I have learned so much about cooking and Mexico from you. Keep it up!
Carol says
November 15, 2011 at 1:25 PMWell deserved Maura!! Your ability to bring the flavors and culture through your recipes is enviable and admirable all at the same time. I am so, so happy for your querida amiga. Never stop sharing your delicious treats and lovely stories with us all!
Leslie @ La Cocina de Leslie says
November 15, 2011 at 4:25 PMMuchas felicidades, Maura! May this be the first of many awards for your talent and dedication. You are truly an inspiration. Soy tu fan! 🙂
Li says
November 15, 2011 at 4:27 PMI’m so proud to see an hermana doing so well, and being acknowledged for writing about what she is passionate about.
Kudos to you!!
Best,
Li
Presley's Pantry says
November 15, 2011 at 7:13 PMI am happy that such an inspiring blog got the recognition it deserves. You should be celebrated everyday for all your hard work! cheers to you, and many more to come.
Miami Culinary Tours says
November 15, 2011 at 8:47 PMCongratulations! What a great blog. If you ever get down to Miami you should try our culinary tours for a great taste of the Latin culture. We’d love to have you visit. Once again, congrats on the award!
Blanca Stella @micaminar says
November 15, 2011 at 11:20 PMMaura, I started my blog at around the same time. It is such a great feeling to see what friendships and bonds have developed in these past 2 years. I remember the support at Blogalicious when we saw you doing your first Kenmore presentation. It was so supportive! I knew it was something special and so happy to be a part of all these special women. Congrats!
Eva Smith of Tech.Food.Life. says
November 16, 2011 at 3:14 AMCongratulations on your award Maura! It is well deserved. One of my favorite things about your blog is the way you include history into your articles. I always walk away feeling like I learned something and enjoy sharing what I learn with others. Your blog is one of the top 10 blogs I recommend to people I know. My all time favorite is the dia de los muertos posts. Still love ’em!
perudelights says
November 16, 2011 at 11:40 AMI´m so happy for you, Maura. The Other Side of the Tortilla is one of the most inspiring blogs about Mexican food, and you make such a great work giving your readers a beautiful image of Mexico as a country, its wonderful culture, and its outstanding food. Keep up the good work, dear friend. You are making us -your followers- too proud of you.
JendaLynne Photography says
November 16, 2011 at 2:08 PMCongrats to you mi amiga!! 🙂
AutismWonderland says
November 16, 2011 at 3:44 PMCongratulations – what an amazing honor to be recognized by your peers. I haven’t been reading from the beginning but in the few months I have been reading, I know its well deserved.
I am not much of a cook, but I love food. And I love your writing, it’s obvious that this is a labor of love. Keep up the great work!
Justice Jonesie says
November 16, 2011 at 3:46 PMSo happy for you, congrats again! You are the cream of the crop foodie blogger and my go to for great cooking ideas!
Yvette ~ Muy Bueno says
November 17, 2011 at 4:37 PMAs a foodie and a blogger I know how much time and dedication it takes to maintain a blog. I’m so happy to hear you were recognized and rewarded. Very well deserved — Great job girl! I wish you continued luck and success. Salud!
Ana L. Flores says
November 18, 2011 at 11:10 PMYay!!!!!! Feels good to be a winner and you deserve it all. love u!!!
Viviana Hurtado/The Wise Latina Club says
November 19, 2011 at 9:57 AMMaura, you blog with passion, love, and integrity. This award is an important recognition from your peers that your project is resonating. ¡Brava!
Larry says
November 21, 2011 at 11:59 AMMaura, I couldn’t be more proud of you. Love, Da
Vianessa says
November 21, 2011 at 7:29 PMI’m so impressed with your blog and your accomplishments thus far! As a fellow foodie and cook I really appreciate your perspective and your recipes 🙂
carly says
November 21, 2011 at 11:28 PMCongrats! I love your recipes and you really deserve that award! Now, let’s have some more tasty recipes. 🙂
Elizabeth Rangel says
November 28, 2011 at 11:45 PMCongrats again!! Can’t wait to try some of your dishes. Let me know about any foodie events in town as I always looking to try new recipes.