An assortment of harvested foods, baked treats, flowers, candles and trinkets are placed on what is known as the “St. Joseph Altar” or “St. Joseph Table” as a thank you for relieving ...

The altar can consist of ofrendas or offerings of photographs, food, flowers, toys and other symbolic offerings. Here's a step-by-step guide to making a Dia de los Muertos altar and what goes on it.

It wasn’t until I moved to Los Angeles and saw people from all over Mexico honoring their dead that I built my first Día de Muertos altar 13 years ago. Now, it is an annual rite I practice ...

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On her altar, you’ll see small vessels for candy, serveware for fruit, and footed bowls to add height variation. Whether you’re a seasoned host looking to mix it up or this is your first time ...