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Updated April 23, 2024 Mérida, a city known for its vibrant colors and undeniable beauty, holds a treasure trove of unique neighborhoods. One of these neighborhoods, nestled within the heart of the Yucatecan capital, has captured the attention and hearts of both locals and visitors alike. At first view, it looks like a regular neighborhood […]
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Written by Stephanie Carmon April 15, 2024 In 1974, Don Jorge C. Cárdenas Gutiérrez found a large piece of land with an abandoned hacienda in the perfect location–close to the highway to Cancun. He was a furniture craftsman and he wanted to put his furniture-making workshop there so it was easy to take his pieces
Legendary Haciendas of Yucatan: The Living History of Hacienda Teya Read More »
Yucatan’s favorite antojito or “snack” is the panucho and this Noche Blanca, Friday November 24th you can go try as many as you can eat at the The Panucho Fair in Merida’s newest Barrio Magico La Ermita! Event Details: Date and Time: Friday, November 24, from 7:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. Location: Magical Neighborhood of
Panucho Fair on November 24th in La Ermita, Music, Fun & Lots of Panuchos! Read More »
Friday, November 10, 2023 We present to you the official program of the Sabores de Yucatán Gastronomic Festival. From November 16 to 20, Yucatán will become the gastronomic epicenter of the world. We will have the presence of many of the best chefs in the world, who will represent various culinary cultures. What is open
Sabores de Yucatan Nov 16-20: Get Ready for Merida’s Biggest Gastronomic Festival! Read More »
Wednesday, October 18, 2023 As the Day of the Dead approaches in Yucatan, so does the delicious tradition of the mucibpollo or “pib”. This regional dish is iconic of the Hanal Pixán festivities, since it is only made and consumed in the Yucatan Peninsula. The pib has its origin in the Maya culture and the
Festival del Mucbipollo in Mérida, Yucatán: A Gastronomic Tradition Read More »
Thursday October 12 Oktoberfest, one of the world’s largest German folk festivals, has a long history dating back to 1810. In Mérida, this celebration has become a tradition that has persisted for approximately 20 years. The main goal of Oktoberfest Mérida is to promote German culture and create a space for cultural exchange in a
Oktoberfest 2023: Celebrating German Culture in Merida Read More »
Previous Next We have already discussed in the previous articles the origins and particularities of the Day of the Dead and Hanal Pixán. How it came up and its tradition adapting and merging with ancient pre-Columbian cultures. Go here for article. We also wrote about the most symbolic differences between the Day of the Dead
Food for The Souls, A Hanal Pixán Tradition Read More »
Thursday, September 21, 2023 The Most Delicious Week of the Year is Back! With the participation of over 300 restaurants, the sixth edition of Mérida Restaurant Week is set to take place, marking one of the most significant culinary events in the capital of Yucatán. The event will run from September 25th to October 1st.
Mérida Restaurant Week 2023 is Back Read More »
Monday, September 18, 2023 Mérida is set to host its inaugural gastronomic and cultural extravaganza, the “Festival Grill & Brews.” This event will offer flavor, entertainment, and fun for the whole family. Taking place on Saturday, September 23, 2023, starting at 6:00 PM, the Festival will unfold at the Ba’axal Academy, located on the Mérida-Progreso
Savor the Flavors of Mérida at the First-Ever “Festival Grill & Brews” Read More »
Wednesday, September 6, 2023 UNESCO named Mexico cuisine a world cultural heritage treasure in 2017 which is a title that is shared only with France. The amount of dishes, ingredients and flavors you find in this country is astounding and during the month of September for the Mexican Independence Day celebrations it is a perfect
Chile en Nogada & Pozole Time! Where to Eat Mexican Independence Day Dishes Read More »