Corn, the Base of Mexican Life
Corn (maíz) was the basis of agriculture in all of Mesoamerica. The Aztecs had a corn god called ‘Centeotl’; the Mayan’s ‘God of Maize’ was called Yum Kaax. He was usually […]
Corn (maíz) was the basis of agriculture in all of Mesoamerica. The Aztecs had a corn god called ‘Centeotl’; the Mayan’s ‘God of Maize’ was called Yum Kaax. He was usually […]
The Mole Coloradito (red mole) with Chochoyotes (dumplings) was a complex layered sauce made of spices and chocolate, and incredibly rich. This recipe comes from the Oaxacan menu of my UBC Mexican cooking […]
This creamy and luscious dessert, known as ‘Jericalla’, is a type of custard or flan with a Jalisco twist. The basic ingredients are very simple: eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla and cinnamon. […]
Guadalajara, 2006. There’s a protest in the Zocalo. ‘LA PAX DE FOX’ reads one sign, the dove’s wings degrading into knives and bayonets, dripping blood. PAX is ‘peace‘, FOX is […]
The hill that dominates the town of Zacatecas is known as the Cerro de la Bufa. You can get up to the Bufa by teleférico, by car or by walking.The city of […]
We went on a tour from Puerto Vallarta to two of Mexico’s Pueblos Mágicos in the Sierra Madre: Mascota and Talpa. This was pricey and probably not the best way […]
Tomatillos, known as tomates in México, are one of the primary ingredients in salsa verde. I love this salsa on simple quesadillas, the Mexican version of a grilled cheese sandwich. Enchiladas […]
Veracruz, situated on the Gulf of Mexico, is one of my favourite Mexican cities. The zócalo is closed off to cars, ringed with restaurants, and has a large stage where something […]
In honour of November 1, the Day of the Dead in Mexico, here are a couple of skeletons celebrating the event! For more on this challenge: http://suellewellyn2011.wordpress.com/2013/11/01/a-word-a-week-challenge-two/
Iced tamarind water is a favourite drink in Mexico and Central America and with good reason; it is one of those perfect summer drinks, tart and refreshing. Tamarind water isn’t […]
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