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Pulque Mexico: The Sacred Nectar of The Gods
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What is pulque and its history? Pulque is a special Mexican drink made from the fermented sap of the maguey plant. It has a long history, going back to ancient times with the Aztecs and Toltecs. For these ancient cultures, pulque wasn’t just a drink. They thought it was sacred and used it in religious…
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Isla Mujeres Underwater Museum: Exploring an Incredible Art Gallery
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If you are planning to visit one of the coolest museums in the world, we have everything you need to know before start planning your trip. Let’s dive right in: Exploring the Wonders of Isla Mujeres Underwater Museum If you ever find yourself in the captivating waters near Riviera Maya, Mexico, one hidden gem you…
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New Year’s Eve in Mexico: Places to Party
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Why experience New Year’s eve in Mexico? The excitement of celebrating another year, another opportunity to travel, and making our dreams come true gives us a lot of satisfaction and happiness. As New Year’s Eve arrives, we want to celebrate the wonder of ending a year with a heart full of precious memories. For celebrating,…
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Spicy Food Mexico: Firing Up an Incredible Tradition
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Spicy Mexican Food History It could be said that chili is the monarch of Mexican food. When Columbus arrived in America, he realized that the new continent was not as vast in spices but in vanilla and chilies. At first, Columbus was also looking for pepper, but when he saw that most of the food…
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What is a Michelada: Mexico’s Iconic Beer Mix
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What is a Michelada? Brief Context and History A Michelada is a popular and refreshing Mexican drink made with beer, lime juice, assorted sauces like hot or Worcestershire sauce, and spices like salt, chili powder, or Tajin. It’s served over ice in a salt-rimmed glass and can be adjusted to suit different tastes, like adding…
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Cafes Mexico City: Local Favorites and Hidden Gems
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Table of Contents Cafes in Mexico City: Our Top Places (Local favs and Hidden gems) Tired of Starbucks and Tim Hortons? Are you tired of the same old coffee shops to work or meet people? Well, here are some great coffee options recommended by locals! Enjoy, and may the coffee always be with you❤️ Curva…
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Mexican Churros: A Sweet Tradition You Need to Try
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Table of contents: History of churros When asked to mention a Mexican dessert, the first thing that comes to mind is churros. Right? You’re not wrong, but it’s not completely accurate that churros are 100% Mexican, either. Let’s take a time machine back to another era. Here is another post I wrote some time ago…
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Fireflies in Mexico: A Magical Journey Through Mexican Nature
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Table of contents: What is the spectacle of fireflies in Mexico? These small glowing insects, fireflies, are very curious and unique little animals in Mexico. They can light up their bodies to attract partners, creating a marvelous light show. As you walk in the forest, and it starts to get dark, you will begin to…
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What are Tacos al Pastor? A Guide to a Street Food Gem
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Tacos al pastor history There are many versions of the origin of this delicacy that have positioned Mexico as the capital of tacos al pastor. The tradition comes from the Middle East, and the doner, kebab, shawarma, and gyros, among others, were the ancestors of this delicious delicacy. But it is definitely in Mexico where…
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Guelaguetza Oaxaca: A Marvelous Legacy of Indigenous Traditions
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Guelaguetza Mexico: What is it? The Guelaguetza is an event where the 8 regions of the beautiful state of Oaxaca come together to show their cultural heritage through traditional dance, traditional clothing, crafts, music, and of course, their delicious traditional food. Every year in July, beautiful traditional dances take place in this wonderful event. It…
