Toddy Chocolate Drink Disappears From US, Remains Popular Latin America

Toddy, a chocolate-flavored drink mix originating from Buffalo, New York in 1919, remains a popular and kid-friendly refreshment throughout Latin America despite its decline in the United States. In Mexico, raicilla, an agave-based spirit from Jalisco, is experiencing a resurgence with distilleries like Aycya producing this smooth and floral beverage that contrasts with tequila and mezcal. Meanwhile, in West Orange, New Jersey, Sabor Amar, a new family-owned Peruvian restaurant, brings authentic and diverse Peruvian cuisine to the community, celebrating traditional flavors and cultural heritage. Additionally, Hispanic radio continues to grow in influence, with leaders like Alex López Negrete being honored for their contributions to culturally relevant Spanish-language media, underscoring the importance of cultural intelligence in engaging Hispanic audiences. These developments highlight the vibrancy and cultural significance of Latin American food, drink, and media in the broader American landscape.