From global pop stars to food-fuelled celebrations and centuries-old traditions, this month is pulsing with the colour and culture of all things Latin America. Here are four amazing ones worth leaning into right now — whether you’re tuning it, tasting, travelling or toasting!
1. Bad Bunny and the Latin Takeover of Super Bowl Culture
Hot off the heels of his Grammy win, Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny well and truly established himself as a cultural force far bigger than music alone — one who’s helped push Spanish-language music, Latin fashion and unapologetic cultural pride into the global mainstream.
This was on full display at the Super Bowl LX halftime show, where Bad Bunny transformed the world’s biggest entertainment stage into a vibrant celebration of Latin culture. He kicked things off with the reggaeton hit “Titi Me Pregunto”, blending tracks from his Grammy-winning album with classic Caribbean rhythms. The set was full of Puerto Rican references — from a colourful “casita” stage reminiscent of island neighbourhoods to clever nods to older hits like “Dale Don Dale” — and he waved flags representing countries across the Americas. Guest appearances from Lady Gaga, performing a salsa-infused number, and Ricky Martin added even more flair, highlighting the seamless mix of global pop and Latin heritage that made the performance unforgettable.
2. The Fonda x Pana Organic Collaboration Bringing Sweet Heat to the Table
Closer to home, Latin American flavours are showing up where we love them most: on the menu. This month, Mexican favourite Fonda teams up with cult chocolate brand Pana Organic for a limited-edition collaboration that leans into indulgence, playfulness and plant-forward creativity … with a distinctly Latin American twist!
Whet your appetite with a frozen chocolate taco layered with creamy hazelnut spread, Madagascan vanilla bean ice cream, fresh strawberries and Pana’s signature rocky road, all dusted with cinnamon‑seasoned kataifi for crunch. Every bite is a surprise — sweet, spicy, rich and refreshingly modern.
And if that’s not enough, the Chocolate Martini turns your cocktail into a fiesta, mixing triple sec, Kahlúa, vodka, horchata, and Pana Organic chocolate for a drink that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. The orange twist on the rim and the cafe-style chocolate float on top give it an unmistakable Latin flair, a playful nod to tradition reimagined for today’s palate.
To celebrate the collaboration, on the 12th of February, Pana Organic will be giving away 1,000 Free Sour Cherry & Madagascan Vanilla Chocolate Bars across Fonda’s Sydney (Surry Hills) and Melbourne (Windsor, Flinders Lane, Hawthorn, Richmond, Chadstone and Knox) restaurants for consumers to enjoy! You have to be quick and get your free chocolate while stock lasts!
3. Carnivale Season — Whether You Fly to Brazil or Bring the Party Home
February also signals the heart of Carnivale season across Latin America — from Rio de Janeiro’s world-famous parades to colourful celebrations in Colombia, Bolivia and Mexico. At its core, Carnivale is about expression, excess and joy before the restraint of Lent. Music spills into the streets. Costumes shimmer. Food and drink flow freely.
You don’t need a plane ticket to take part. Hosting your own Carnivale-inspired gathering — bold colours, loud playlists, spicy snacks and plenty of dancing — taps into the same spirit. It’s less about recreating it perfectly and more about embracing the freedom and energy that define it.
4. World Margarita Day and the Drink With a Disputed (but Delicious) Past
World Margarita Day falls later this month, and few cocktails carry as much myth, mystery and cultural crossover. The margarita’s origins are famously debated — some trace it back to 1930s Mexico, others to American bartenders inspired by the classic daisy cocktail (“margarita” is Spanish for daisy). What’s clear is that it’s become a global symbol of Mexican-inspired celebration.
Salted rim, sharp citrus, good tequila — it’s a drink designed for shared moments, warm evenings and the kind of spontaneity February thrives on. Whether you’re sipping one at your local (check out Solotel venues in Sydney for some amazing ones) or shaking one up at home, World Margarita Day is an excuse to slow down, toast properly and lean into the ritual.
