What to See in Coyoacán: A Guide to Mexico City’s Colorful Colonia, Part 1
Nearly every visitor to Mexico City sets foot in Coyoacán. They’re drawn here for one major reason: the Casa Azul, or Blue House, iconic artist Frida Kahlo’s home and museum. While...
¡Felices fiestas!: 6 Incredible Spots to Buy Artisanal Mexican Christmas Gifts
Whether I spend the winter holiday season with family back in the States, or enjoy my navidad mexicana, this remains my favorite time of year. Christmas is a big deal in...
Hidden Gems of Modern Mexico City Architecture & Design
If you’re an architecture enthusiast in Mexico City, world class design spanning every era surrounds you. By exploring the metropolis, you can discover everything from Aztec engineering marvels to cutting-edge skyscrapers,...
Mexico City’s Sensational Street Food: How to Eat Your Way Through Town
Mexico City is going through a gastronomic renaissance. The vibrant metropolis is buzzing with new restaurant openings, from flavorful international joints to revivals of. Despite all this hype — some of...
Five Underrated Mexico City Neighborhoods You Need to Visit
All too often, foreign visitors to the capital are directed to the same Mexico City neighborhoods. From Roma to Condesa, Coyoacán to Polanco, there’s nothing wrong with these beautiful areas of...
Movie Lover’s Guide to the Best Mexican Films
The coronavirus pandemic and self-isolation are drastically changing the very fabric of society, from the way we work to what we do in our free time. For many of us, this...
8 Essential Mexican Books to Read During Quarantine
The Mexican books in this guide will transport you to southern jungles and northern borders.
Mountain Peaks and Mysticism in San Cristóbal de las Casas
San Cristóbal de las Casas is enchanting: a mountain town with a fascinating local culture. Here, I share my favorite spots to visit!
Christmas in Mexico City: Piñatas, Ponche, & Posadas!
For a Minnesotan living in Mexico City, Christmas feels a little different these days. The snowstorms and cold of my childhood holiday seasons just don’t happen here! (No complaints: I love...
Welcome to Chilangolandia: Mexico City Slang Guide (Part 1)
This guide to Mexico City slang words will help you communicate, relate to locals, and give you insight into the city's unique culture!