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Last year many in the capital joined with London’s Latin American community to celebrate the Latin American indepen-dence bicentenary at exhibitions, concerts, conferences and festivals - including several events at City Hall. This anniversary served to showcase the massive and varied contributions of those of Latin American heritage to London. Moreover, the recent No Longer Invisible: the Latin American community in London report, which was launched at City Hall in May, provided tangible evidence of this humongous eco-nomic and cultural role, and highlighted the indelible impression Latin American Londoners are leaving on the tapestry of life in London.

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bands from Pernambuco are a bit like bus-es: you wait ages for one and then three show up at once. In a rare opportunity to check out the new sounds from brazil’s sunshine state, Eta Carinae, Rivotrill and Fim de Feira bring a mix of electronica, jazz fusion and traditional northeast rhythms to Shoreditch favourite XOyO.

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Hammersmith Apollo | 7pm, from £35

If baseball is the only thing that springs to mind when the Dominican Republic is mentioned, guerra is easily the country’s most famous cultural export. With 30m records sold and 15 Latin grammys, the singer/songwriter/producer brings a cocktail of Caribbean beats, and one of the best live bands in the Spanish speaking world, to London for the first time.

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After a family holiday in Mexico we now love all things Mexican. We won’t miss the Lucha Future at the Round-house. Afterwards we’ll stop at Wahaca for the real Mexican street food experience, and pick up some complementary chilli seeds for planting in the garden.Beware, all evildoers of North London: the Suggs McPherson fam-ily, in wrestling masks, will be practising their moves as we tumble our way home.

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Son of João Nogueira (one of the most important sambistas in brazil), Diego was surrounded by music as a child. MTV bra-zil voted him best MPb artist and he won the Latin grammy for best samba album. he wanted to be a soccer player; good for brazilian music he changed his mind.

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The Clapham Grand | 8.30pm, £25

The Barbican | 7.30pm, £15-25

Los Pericos essentially started the phenomenon of Argentinian reggae rock in the late eighties. Since then, countless bands have tried to copy their formula but none have got it quite right. This is simply because Los Pericos have always kept it real, staying close to the roots style and adding just the slightest hint of ska.

The party belongs to Oumou Sangaré, one of Africa’s finest vocalists, but Velasquez and his band might just borrow some of the thunder as the Colombian accordion-ist, who recorded some 300 LPs in his ca-reer, brings the barnstorming hits featured in his 2010 compilation for Analog Africa.

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There must be something in Colombia’s water as the country currently has a monopoly on freaky electro groups with Papaya Republik at the front of the queue. Their mix of Pacific rhythms, off-kilter jazz, funk breaks and frenzied vocals encapsu-lates the spirit of a true Colombian fiesta.

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Royal Albert Hall | 7.30pm £22.50 – £40

Africa’s rhythms went to Cuba, and returned as Rumba to inspire a generation of West African bands. See things come full circle as an all-star cast of Malian and Cuban musicians, including Toumani Diabaté and buena Vista’s Eliades Ochoa, come together for a very special show.

PAlMERAS kAnibAlESPassing Clouds | 10pm, £ 8

Palmeras Kanibales developed their unique take on ska reggae in the streets of Caracas, but they’ll feel right at home when they bring their rough’n’ready sound to the bohemian surroundings of Dalston’s Passing Clouds. good times and Caribbean vibes are guaranteed, but don’t forget to bring your dancing shoes.

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lUchA fUtURERoundhouse | Doors 7pm nightly and family matinees Sat & Sun, £20-£50

The Mexican masked wrestling sensation comes to The Roundhouse for three days only. It’s heroes vs. villains, as masked war-riors battle it out in a spectacular of span-dex slamming so entertaining it ought to be illegal. Featuring live music from bostich & Fussible (Nortec Collective).

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Barbican Centre | 7.30pm, from £15

Apart from one surprising personal revela-tion, Ricky Martin has been pretty quiet for the past few years. but now, with a new album out and a world tour underway, one of the biggest stars of Latin music is back to what he does best: making your vida just a little bit more loca.

A simply unstoppable line-up, and easily the most unusual event on this summer’s musical calendar. The blaze festival throws together Congolese street-party sensations Konono #1, San Francisco indie veterans Deerhoof, and the fantastically original Argentinian songstress Juana Molina, aka the buenos Aires bjork for a night of afro-latin mayhem.

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Another chance to check out Céu’s tinkering with brazilian styles, which she sugarcoats with a smooth voice that has endeared the singer/songwriter to the british public. Céu will be performing songs from her latest release, Vagarosa (Six Degree Records).

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When the weather is good, Summer in Britain is glorious – and some decent music makes it even better. Upcoming highlights for me are the AfroCubism gig (June 27), when we’ll also be present-ing this great band of Cuban and Malian musicians with their Songlines Music Award. And there’s the wonder-ful Garifuna singer Aurelio Martinez (July 23). That sounds like the beginnings of a fine Summer of music.

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More than just a musician, Honduran Aurelio Martinez is also a politician and leading activist in the country’s Garifuna community. But it’s his sweet, soulful sound that will have you voting with your feet, as one of Central America’s brightest talents lights up the Barbican.

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Union Chapel | 7pm, £25

Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Andres Cepeda is one of the biggest names in Colombian music. As part of the fantastic Fuerza London festival, he brings his brand of romantic boleros to these shores for the first time at one of the city’s most intimate and atmospheric venues.

OS MUTANTESJazz Cafe | 7pm, from £27.50

Until recently, ‘The Brazilian Beatles’ were most famous internationally for being one of Kurt Cobain’s favourite bands. But regu-lar tours have seen them begin to earn the reputation they deserve - even though their line-up has been a revolving door in the last few years. Expect good, clean psychedelic fun in Camden Town.

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MAYRA ANDRADERonnie Scott’s | 7pm, from £20.00

Born in Cuba, raised in Cape Verde and living in France, Mayra Andrade’s music reflects her diverse background in its effortless blend of jazz, samba and soul. She’s a charming performer and the two nights in the intimacy of Ronnie Scott’s are a chance to see one of the world’s most unique talents in her element.

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Workaholic English über-producer Will ‘Quantic’ Holland relocated to Latin Ameri-ca four years ago, and his collaborations with local musicians under the Combo Barbaro moniker have been simply stunning. Expect upbeat funk mixed with Colombian classics and maybe even a few cheeky cumbia covers of your favourite hip-hop hits. A rare treat.

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The celebration introduces the sounds of the rich musical heritage of Latin America and the Caribbean. The concert focuses in techniques of the Latin guitar and it includes pieces done by contemporary romantic composers.

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London Coliseum | 7.30pm, from £10

Cuba’s greatest ever dancer takes the stage to deliver the 2011 edition of his Premieres Plus project, put together with major UK and International dance stars. As an appetizer, read his autobiography, charting a rise from one the roughest parts of Havana to the world.

A true legend in London for a rare UK show. After five decades as a hitmaker, singer and actor, working with everyone from Joe Cuba to Johnny Depp, the Panamanian superstar remains one of the biggest names in Latin music history. Not to be missed!

Making his name as a member of the multi-platinum band The Mavericks, these days Cuban-American Raul Malo flies solo with his unique mix of rock, country and Latin jazz styles and a voice sure to sound just swell on a summer evening.

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“It’s really good that in the years that I have lived in London it has grown to embrace more and more of the culture of Latin America. This summer I’m looking forward to seeing Juan Luis Guerra (22nd June HMV Apollo Hammer-smith). I’m also perform-ing in my own show at the Coliseum at the end of July (July 27-30 Premieres Plus). When I’m not dancing I enjoy versions of Cuban food at Floridita or the fusion at Asia de Cuba.”

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Village Underground | 7.30pm, adv £15

Forman’s Smokehouse | Starts 2pm, Free

Colombian party-starters Bomba Estéreo describe their sound as ‘electro-tropical’. We’d probably use a simpler term for their mix of dancefloor beats and traditional Latin rhythms: totally banging. A perfect soundtrack to a summer night out, expect this bomba to blow the roof right off the Village Underground.

A major exhibition featuring the work of over 30 international artists showcasing visual arts including graffiti, illustration, painting, photography, video & documen-tary, installations, live performances and music. Inspired by the art of the streets, it explores Brazilian cultural roots. Judging by the last events promoted by cross-cultural project, this promises to be a treat.

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@ Guanabara 5pm | freebeat the Monday blues with 2-4-1 cocktails, salsa classes, brazilian music and cinema.

@Tonki Gorilla 7pm | freeThe London School of Samba brings a weekly dose of carnival spirit to the wonderfully-named Wandsworth bar.

@ Guanabara, 6.30pm | freeThe latest Latin dance fitness craze, with classes from 6.30 and DJs until late.

@ Favela Chic, 7.30pm | £4Great live acts from Latin America and beyond, ably supported by tropical beats from resident DJ Gringo da parada.

@ Barrio North, 8pm | freeJimbo keeps it muy caliente every Thurs-day at one of London’s most unique bars.

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@Rich Mix, 6pm | £8Brick Lane’s eclectic weekly club night plays host to the famous Movimientos crew, purveyors of fine Latin dancefloor gems.

@Negracha, 7.30pm | £15Warm up with a tango lesson or two, before live bands and DJs from Argentina fire up the dancefloor, Buenos Aires style.

@Raizes, 8pm | freeCome for the music, stay for the food at every Brazilian’s favourite East End spot. An authentic taste of South American London.

@Guanabara, 7.30pm | £5Great food and a friendly, funky forró party, right in the heart of the West End.

@Made in Brasil, 12pm | freeRudy Rocha provides the laid-back soundtrack at the home of London’s best Caipirinha, right in the heart of Camden.

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@ Bar Salsa 7pm | £5Free classes for early birds at Lon-don’s Salsa mecca on Wednesdays.

@Cubana, 11pm | £5Live, late night Salsa by the river, with Colombian house band Palenke.

@Club Colosseum 9.30pm | £10Salsa & Kizomba lessons in 4 rooms on the 3rd Friday of every month.

@Ealing Town Hall 8pm | £10Salsa & Mambo classes for all ages and abilities on fortnightly Fridays.

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BUEN AYRE (Argentinian)

50 Broadway Market, E8 020 7275 9900buenayre.co.uk

Authentic and very popular Argentinian restaurant on Broadway Market serving the best Parrillada in town - four selections of meats, provolone cheese and mushroom served on a smoldering hot grill. Great Papas Fritas (chips), and respectable Argen-tinian wine list at wallet-friendly prices.

SABOR (South American)

108 Essex Rd N1 020 7226 5551sabor.co.uk

Stylish restaurant dishing up Latin Ameri-can treats in Islington. Dishes include authentic Peruvian Ceviche, Moqueca de Peixe (Brazilian fish stew) & Conejo en Salsa de Chocolate (Slow Cooked Rabbit in Chocolate Sauce). Very reasonably priced cocktail and wine lists. And great service.

While Latin America is celebrated for its hedonistic music & dance scenes, more recently its cuisines have been in the spotlight on the London scene. Over the 20 years I have lived in the city, as The London Foodie, I have witnessed the emergence of a number of excellent Latin American eateries, some of which I share with you here. Londoners have acquired an insatiable appetite for An-gentinian steak houses, Mexican burritos and Brazilian rodízios. With the imminent launch of the much anticipated Ceviche,

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EMPÓRIO SãO PAULO (Brazilian) GAUChO (Argentinian)

EL RINCON LATINO (Colombian) WAhACA (Mexican)

197 New King’s Rd,SW6 020 7736 5188emporiosaopaulo.co.uk

11 restaurants across Londongauchorestaurants.co.uk

148 Clapham Manor St, SW4 020 7622 0599rinconlatino.co.uk

4 restaurants across Londonwahaca.co.uk

Upmarket Brazilian Empório (delicates-sen) and café in Parsons Green with an impressive range of top quality produce from Brazil and other countries - Brazil-ian Guaraná, Pão de Queijo (small, light cheese breads served hot from the oven), artisan Cachaças, and Feijoada, all served with a warm smile by owner Carminha.

Top notch beef cuts are cooked to perfec-tion at this upmarket Argentinian steak house. The Morcilla (Argentinian black pudding) is excellent too as is the Dulce de Leche cheesecake. Great cheese platters.

Spanish-Colombian Tapas in Clapham with tiny space but big on service! Good range of Spanish dishes with some unusual choices like fried cassava served with chillies and guacamole, and veal Empanadas (patties). Buzzing atmosphere attracting a vibrant local crowd.

Mexican chain started by Masterchef win-ner Thomasina Miers. Colourful, casually fashionable décor. Pork Pibil tacos (slow cooked pork in Yucatecan marinade) followed by Churros y Chocolate were sen-sational on my last visit. Good selection of Mexican beers and tequilas.

MOO GRILL (Argentinian)

4 Cobb St, E1 020 7377 9276moogrill.co.uk

One of the City’s most coveted lunch spots. The signature dish (Lomito) is their delicious Argentinian sandwich of beef, chicken or aubergine served with ham and cheese, salad and fried egg. The best beef Empanadas I have ever tried were cooked by Adri, the owner’s mum.

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Barbican

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Barrio North 45 Essex Road

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Angel

020 7688 2882

barrionorth.com

Brixton Academy211 Stockwell Road

SW9 9SL

Brixton

020 7771 3000

o2academybrixton.co.uk

Burgess Park81 Picton St, SE5 7QH

Walworth, Dunton Road

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020 7703 2112

carnavaldelpueblo.co.uk

Camino 3 Varnishers Yard

N1 9FD

King’s Cross

020 7841 7330

camino.uk.com

Cine Lumiere 17 Queensberry Place

SW7 2DT

South Kensington

020 7073 1350

institut-francais.org.uk

The Clapham Grand 21-25 St John’s Hill

Clapham Junction SW11 1TT

Clapham Junction

020 7223 6523

claphamgrand.com

Favela Chic91-93 Great Eastern Street

EC2A 3HZ

Old Street

020 7613 4228

favelachic.com

Gallery 32 32 Green Street

W1K 7AT

Marble Arch

020 7399 9282

gallery-32.blogspot.com

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166 Drury Lane, WC2B 5PW

Holborn

020 7242 8600

guanabara.co.uk

hackney Empire 291 Mare Street

E8 1EJ

Shoreditch High Street

020 8985 2424

hackneyempire.co.uk

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Hammersmith W6 9QH

Hammersmith

020 8563 3800

hmvapollo.com

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Camden NW1 7PG

Camden Town

020 7485 6834

jazzcafe.co.uk

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TW9 3AB

Kew Gardens

020 8332 5655

kew.org

Koko 1a Camden High Street

Camden NW1 7JE

Mornington Crescent

0870 432 5527

koko.uk.com

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020 7836 0111

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O2 Shepherd’s Bush Shepherd’s Bush Green

W12 8TT

Shepherd’s Bush

020 8354 3300

o2shepherdsbushempire.co.uk

Notting Hill Arts Club19-21 Notting Hill Gate

W11 3JQ

Notting Hill Gate

020 7460 4459

nottinghillartsclub.com

Passing Clouds1 Richmond Road

E8 4AA

Haggerston

020 7502 2789

passingclouds.org

Peacock Theatre Portugal Street

WC2A 2HT

Holborn

0844 412 4322

sadlerswells.com

Queen Elizabeth Hall Belvedere Road

South Bank SE1 8XX

Charing Cross

020 7960 4200

southbankcentre.co.uk

Rich Mix 35 - 47 Bethnal Green Road

Bethnal Green E1 6LA

Shoreditch High St

020 7613 7498

richmix.org.uk

Ronnie Scott’s 47 Frith Street

Soho W1D 4HT

Leicester Square

020 7439 0747

ronniescotts.co.uk

Royal Albert HallKensington Gore

Richmond SW7 2AP

High Street Kensington

020 7589 8212

royalalberthall.com

Royal Festival Hall Belvedere Road

SE1 8XX

Charing Cross

0845 686 1122

rfh.org.uk

Sadler’s Wells Rosebery Avenue

EC1R 4TN

Angel

0844 412 4300

sadlerswells.com

Union Chapel Compton Avenue

N1 2XD

Highbury & Islington

020 7226 3750

unionchapel.org.uk

Village Underground 54 Holywell Lane

EC2A 3PQ

Shoreditch High St

020 7422 7505

villageunderground.co.uk

Vortex 11 Gillett Square

N16 8AZ

Dalston Kingsland

020 7254 4097

vortexjazz.co.uk

XOYO 32-37 Cowper Street

Islington EC2A 4AW

Old Street

020 7490 1198

xoyo.co.uk

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