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MEL Artist Studio Tour 2026: Explore Mérida, Yucatán’s Art Scene Inside 41 Studios
If you’re curious about Mérida’s art scene beyond gallery walls, this is one of the



Designing Love Instead of Defaulting: What Relationship Research Is Really Saying
A conversation about intention, partnership, and what actually works. While at lunch the other day—with


Carnival Merida 2026 Yucatan’s Season of Color, Music & Celebration
If there’s a season in Yucatan that bursts like confetti from a piñata, it’s Carnival


Carnival in Progreso, Yucatan 2026: “The Joy of Life”
If there’s one place where Carnival feels a little less scripted and a lot more


Yucatan Art Week 2026: WAY – Week of Art Yucatán Comes to Merida, Mexico
Why this first edition matters — and why we’re excited If you’ve been paying attention,


A Real Estate Project We’re Watching: Hacienda Kikteil
If you like keeping an eye on how real estate in Yucatán is evolving—especially projects



What It Means to Die Wisely
Deep in the Yucatán jungle, beneath the heavy green hush of ancient trees, I had


Mérida Fest 2026: Art, Music, Light & Community Take Over the City
Celebrating 484 Years of Mérida Every January, Mérida doesn’t just celebrate its birthday — it


Holiday Shopping in Mérida 2025: Where to Buy the Best Local & Handmade Christmas Gifts
Shop Local • Shop Unique • Support Yucatán’s Creative Community The holidays are here, and


MID City Top Picks: Food Lover events in Merida, Yucatan
Mérida’s culinary scene continues to evolve with creativity, passion, and a deep respect for local


MID City Top Picks: Family Events & Bazaars in Merida, Yucatan
Mérida is filled with vibrant community gatherings, family-friendly activities, and colorful seasonal markets that celebrate


MID City Top Picks: Live Music Events in Merida, Yucatan
Mérida’s live music scene is constantly evolving—flowing through intimate bars, open-air venues, cultural spaces, and


Mérida’s Art Scene: A Month of Openings, Collective Exhibits, and Creative Bloom in Merida, Yucatan
As Mérida’s art community continues to flourish, January brings a wave of exciting exhibitions and


MID City Top Picks: Art and Culture Events in Merida, Yucatan
Art, history, and creativity flow through Mérida every day inside its galleries, mansions, theaters, and


“El Lugar Que Habito”: Alfredo Romero Celebrates 11 Years of Mexico’s Visual Memory at Hartii Cultural Center
The other day I stopped by to visit my dear friend Alfredo Romero Campos to




Age Ain’t Nothing but a Number — Until It Is: How to Handle Love Across Generations in Merida’s MID City
When sparks fly between two people at different stages of life, age becomes both irrelevant


Open Studio Mérida: Jessica Maan & Amelia Opalinska Explore “Mapping Place and Colour”
A Collaboration Between Artists Jessica Maan & Amelia Opalinska 📅 Saturday, November 22, 2025 |


What’s On in Mérida – November 2025 | MID CityBeat Events & Culture Guide
November in Mérida is a month alive with music, art, and flavor. From jazz nights


Ceremonia Opens Amazing Mani/Pedis Salon & Boutique Concept Store in Centro, Mérida Yucatán
Looking for the best nail salon and spa in Mérida Yucatán? Meet Ceremonia, the city’s


Corredor San Ángelo Is Mérida’s Culinary Hotspot — Here’s Where to Eat
In recent years, San Ángelo has quietly become one of Mérida’s hottest dining zones, with


Woman Entrepreneur of the Month: Ana Correa Building with Purpose in Yucatan
By MID CityBeat Lifestyle In a city known for its rich cultural heritage and rapidly


Breaking Glass Ceilings in Mérida: The Woman Behind ARMORÁN PLAZA
In a city known for its rich cultural heritage and rapidly evolving urban landscape, a


🌿 NEPANTLA: Art, Design, and Identity in the Yucatán Jungle
From October 24–28, 2025, the quiet village of Telchac Pueblo, Yucatán will transform into a




Intimacy Isn’t for the Feed: Love in the Age of Wi-Fi — Navigating Social Media in Your Relationship
Love in the Age of Wi-Fi — Navigating Social Media in Your Relationship By Assata


Understanding Medicare Advantage in Mexico: What Expats Need to Know
For many US and Canadian expats living part- or full-time in Mexico, healthcare coverage can


Using Medicare Advantage in Mexico: How Lakeside Medical Group Makes It Easy
For many US and Canadian expats and seasonal residents living in Mexico, healthcare coverage can


ORIGINAL Yucatán 2025: A Celebration of Mexico’s Living Textile Heritage
At the Salón de la Historia in the Palacio de Gobierno, we had the honor


Janal Pixan in Mérida: Honoring Life and Death with Tradition, Music, and Culture
In Yucatán, Janal Pixan—meaning “Food for the Souls” in Maya—is more than a holiday. It


Magos Herrera Brings Her World-Class Voice to Mérida Jazz Festival 2025
This October, Mérida will host its very first Festival de Jazz Mérida 2025 from October


Mérida Jazz Festival 2025: A Citywide Celebration of Music and Culture
Mérida is about to get a whole lot jazzier! From October 1 to 4, 2025,


Mérida Restaurant Week 2025: A Feast Across the City
Get ready, food lovers of Mérida — Restaurant Week is back! From September 29 to


Experience Mérida Living: The Charm of San Ángelo Corridor
We mostly hang out in Mérida’s historic Centro because of its history, culture, and that


Eat Like It’s Independence Day: Best Mexican Food in Mérida for September Celebrations
September in Mexico means one thing: fiestas patrias! 🎊 It’s a month filled with fireworks,


NEW TAPROOM ALERT IN MÉRIDA! Verdina Brings Nitro Stouts, Smoothie Beers & Canadian Pub Food to Yucatán
If you thought Mérida’s craft beer scene couldn’t get any better—think again. Verdina, the brand-new


Celebrate Mexican Independence Day in Mérida, Yucatán: What to See, Do & Eat
Every September, Mérida comes alive with music, food, fireworks, and patriotic pride as the city


Best Craft Beer in Mérida – Local Taprooms, Breweries & Hidden Gems
When we first arrived in Yucatán about 15 years ago, finding a good craft beer


Where to Find the Best Middle Eastern Food in Mérida – 2025 Guide
Mérida’s food scene is a melting pot of cultures—and when it comes to Middle Eastern




The Quiet Revolution of Letting Go
Written by Assata Akil There’s power in the silent revolution. The kind that doesn’t announce


Calleveinte’s August Summer Sale – A Treasure for Design Lovers in Mérida
If you’ve been dreaming of giving your home a refresh, August is your moment—and Calleveinte


Cenote San Ignacio: Mérida’s Closest Escape for Nature, Romance & Fine Dining
Just 30 minutes outside of Mérida, nestled in the quiet town of Chocholá, you’ll find


Must-Try Breakfast Spots in Mérida This Summer
2025 Guide for Food Lovers At MID CityBeat, our readers can’t get enough of breakfast


Weaving the Future: Angela Damman’s Maya Youth Artisan Initiative (MYAI)
Deep in the heart of Yucatán, where ancestral rhythms still echo in everyday life, a


Designing with Purpose: Angela Damman’s Cultural Dialogue in Yucatán
When Angela Damman first arrived in Yucatán back in 2012 with her husband and partner


Get Ready Mérida! La Fiesta Retro” Takes Over August 16th with MUZIEK GRAN BAND and Village People
Mérida, Yucatán — Clear your calendar and dust off those disco boots because the most


A New Era for the U.S. Consulate in Mérida, Yucatán
Written by Stephanie Carmon A Landmark Addition to the Yucatán Peninsula Last Friday, we had


New Mérida Breakfast Gem: Pasto Caffe at Escentrike Hostel
If you’re on the hunt for a memorable breakfast spot in Mérida Centro, there’s a


Casa Aida in Mérida, Yucatán: Where Modern Comfort Meets Local Charm in Colonia Miguel Alemán
If you’re planning a visit to Mérida, Yucatán and searching for an Airbnb that feels


Romantic Beach Getaway at Casa K’u Hotel & Nido Restaurant – San Bruno Beach, Yucatán 25 Minutes from Merida
If you’re dreaming of a relaxing vacation on the Yucatán coast, Casa K’u in San


A Spa and Slow Fashion Ritual in Mérida Yucatán – Discover Ceremonia
If you love pampering yourself (or surprising someone special with a thoughtful gift), Ceremonia is


Stay in Timeless Style: A Colonial Vacation Home in Santa Ana, Mérida
I recently had the pleasure of staying in a stunning colonial vacation rental right across