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Latin Food

A view of the front counter at the restaurant featuring a pink light-up Esencia Latina sign

Esencia Latina brings unique Latin cuisine from various countries to Oxford

A new Latin restaurant recently opened in Oxford, aiming to expose locals to Central American cuisine that goes beyond Mexican food.
Stella Powers Oct 15, 2024
Women dance in brightly colored and patterned dresses

Oxford celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month sans UniDiversity Festival; Miami to host cultural dance and music event

This will be the first year in two decades without a UniDiversity Festival, but Oxford residents and Miami students will still have a chance to engage with Hispanic culture.
Austin Smith Sep 10, 2024
Cocina Latina's wall that has a mural of different food on it in orange, black and white.

Cocina Latina brings authentic Latin flavors to Oxford

A new family owned restaurant made its way onto the Oxford scene on Saturday. Cocina Latina is bringing a mix of authentic Mexican, Guatemalan and American cuisines to Oxford's palate. The owners, husband and wife Wilmer Orozco and Samary Orozco, opened Cocina Latina in the former spot of
Taylor Stumbaugh Jun 27, 2024

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