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Colombia’s President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella Pledges a ‘Miracle Nation’

By María Claudia Peña - June 23, 2026

Standing behind a bulletproof screen beneath Barranquilla’s towering Ventana al Mundo monument, President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella delivered a triumphant yet carefully choreographed victory speech Sunday night, promising to restore security, revive confidence in Colombia’s democratic institutions and govern for all Colombians after one of the closest presidential elections in the country’s modern history. Addressing […]

La Alta Guajira: un desierto hermosamente hostil

By María Claudia Peña - December 13, 2024

La Alta Guajira combina paisajes desérticos y cultura wayuú, ofreciendo turismo sostenible y comunitario. Su difícil acceso resalta la belleza natural, tradiciones ancestrales y desafíos de infraestructura departamental. Es un destino para disfrutar playas baldías y panoramas surreales.

La Alta Guajira: Colombia’s most beautiful and hostile desert

By María Claudia Peña - December 11, 2024

La Alta Guajira, Colombia, offers breathtaking desert landscapes, pristine beaches, and rich Wayuú culture. Visitors can explore sacred sites like Jepira, enjoy sustainable tourism, and experience authentic Wayuú traditions, showcasing the region’s beauty and resilience amidst modern challenges.

The story behind Colombia’s most expensive Coffee

By María Claudia Peña - December 15, 2022

Have you ever wondered what the best and most expensive Colombian coffee tastes like? Well, Domingo Torres, a former miner and Tsunami survivor has cultivated the best variety in the country.

Every day recipes with María Villegas’ Día a Día

By María Claudia Peña - October 6, 2022

Chef and life coach María Villegas has released her latest cookbook Día a Día with recipes for resolving that every day dilemma: What to Eat?

Danny Esquenazi’s CromoEspectiva at Adrián Ibáñez Gallery

By María Claudia Peña - September 23, 2022

With 32 works on display, artist Danny Esquenazi explores color in its true, complete and abstract dimension. The exhibition in Bogotá’s San Felipe arts district runs until October 30.

One hundred free books on Colombia’s true land of Encanto.

By María Claudia Peña - May 1, 2022

Villegas Editores and Ministry of Culture teamed up to offer Colombians free access to 100 digital titles by the publishing house, known for its glossy coffee table book collection.

Cartagena’s abandoned fort and other island-hopping outings

By María Claudia Peña - March 31, 2022

Removed from the beaches of Cartagena is Bocachica, steeped in history and home to a fort that served as the first line of defense against British pirates.

Forging bonds between authors, books and readers with BLAA’s literature series

By María Claudia Peña - September 6, 2020

Director Ana Roda of the Luis Ángel Arango Library (BLAA) talks about the importance of reading as a way of understanding the uncertain times in which we live.

Writings from uncertainty: BLAA launches its Literature Today series

By María Claudia Peña - September 1, 2020

What are the common contributions of a diverse generation of writers that make up the Latin American scene is one of the questions Literature Today from BLAA intends to answer.

Understanding Colombia’s strategy to win the war on COVID-19

By María Claudia Peña - June 15, 2020

At the helm of Colombia’s COVID-19 management, Luis Guillermo Plata spoke with The City Paper about the next stage of the government’s offensive with the pandemic.

Barranquilla’s legendary Carnival ready to welcome the world

By María Claudia Peña - February 18, 2020

The country’s most famous fiesta is set to take to the streets and a four-day revelry that consumes Barranquilla.

Your need to know for U.S citizen absentee voting from Colombia

By María Claudia Peña - January 7, 2020

With 10 months before the U.S presidential election, the caucus state of Iowa kicks-off a busy calendar of pre-election events. If living outside the U.S., exercise your right to vote.

Mónica de Greiff: “Bogotá Chamber of Commerce is focused on business creation”

By María Claudia Peña - December 12, 2019

The President of the Bogotá Chamber of Commerce, Mónica de Greiff has positioned the Colombian capital as a vital hub for creative industries and investment.

Alejandro Landes’ Monos delves into the plight of children in war

By María Claudia Peña - August 12, 2019

Monos is the third feature by Colombian director Alejandro Landes, and a survivalist drama that follows a troop of child soldiers on a harrowing odyssey to the heart of the darkness.

Canasto: Seasonal and genuine cuisine

By María Claudia Peña - June 27, 2019

Chef Alejandro Cuellar is behind Canasto, an informal venue with refined culinary touches.