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Staying Covered: How Medicare Advantage Can Work for You in Mexico
For many expats and seasonal residents, one of the biggest questions about living in Mexico


Style with Soul: Sustainable Fashion & Healing in Mérida
We’re back with our Women Entrepreneurs in Yucatán series, and today we’re highlighting a trailblazer


Il Calabrese: Classic Italian Flavors and Old-School Mérida Charm
If you’ve been in Mérida long enough, you’ll remember Raffaello’s—the legendary Italian pizzería that set


Eat Like a Local: Awesome Seafood Restaurants in Mérida
Mérida isn’t just tacos and cochinita pibil—this city is making serious waves in the world


Where to Dance Salsa in Mérida: Best Classes and Nightlife Spots (2025 Guide)
Whether you’re a two-left-feet beginner or a smooth-moving salsero, Mérida is one of the most



Assata’s Sex in MID City The Comfort Zone: Where Desire Goes to Die
Written by Assata Akil Relationships can be tricky. You’re wooed, giggly, caught up in the


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


Wah Bao: A Hidden Gem for Asian-Mexican Fusion in North Mérida
Bold flavors, fluffy baos, and a fresh take on fusion in Montes de Amé If


The Milpa: Ancient Wisdom, Modern Challenges — And a Hopeful Future in Yucatán
Building the Future of the Milpa: Voices from the Field We recently attended a powerful


Árbol Mágico: Oaxacan Textiles with Soul, Now in Mérida
A little piece of Oaxaca has found its way to Mérida, and it’s bringing centuries


Food, Beer & Good Vibes: Father’s Day Restaurants Dad’ll Brag About
Father’s Day is the perfect excuse to celebrate the dads, granddads, bonus dads, and father


Entrepiso: Where Design Meets Tradition in Mérida’s Most Elegant Artisan Boutique
If you’re passionate about sustainable shopping, Mérida has no shortage of places where you can


La Noche Blanca 2025: MID City’s Top Picks for Art & Music Lovers 🎶🌙
Mérida’s biggest night of culture is back—and bigger than ever. On Friday June 13th starting


Raised by Agave: Inside the Heart of Oaxaca’s Macurichos Mezcal
Going through the many photos and videos I’ve yet to print or edit, I’m reminded


🍺 Exploring Cervecería Nicté: A Hidden Gem in Mérida’s Craft Beer Scene 🌺
If you’re out by the airport and notice a massive warehouse—its façade adorned with a


Portobello Beach House 10 Minutes from Progreso: Your Front-Row Seat to the Gulf of Yucatán
Sometimes, all you need is the sound of waves, a calm seabreeze, and the kind


Rehabilitazone: Expert, Compassionate Care for Sports Injuries and Chronic Pain in Mérida
When someone in your family needs specialized medical care, nothing brings more peace of mind


Discover the Huacal Program: Traspatio Maya’s Delicious Commitment to Local Producers and Sustainability
If you’re looking to support local communities, eat consciously, and enjoy some of the freshest


Wax, Fire, and the Sacred: My Day with a Master Zapotec Candle Maker in Oaxaca
On my last trip to Oaxaca, I was on a mission—not a rigid, guidebook-clutching, Excel-itinerary


Eat Like a Local: MID City’s Top 7 Restaurants on Calle 47 in Mérida Yucatán
Old favorites, new gems, and everything in between. Once a quiet street tucked between Paseo


El Templo Gastro Barrio: A Beloved Mérida Classic That Still Rocks After 19 Years
You know those places that somehow feel like home the moment you walk in? The


Maya Tren Experience: The Good, The Bad, and The Coffee
I recently took a trip to Campeche, and for the sake of adventure—and research—I hopped


William Gaber: A Roof Over My Head at Lux Perpetua Art Centre
Exploring space, identity, and what it means to feel safe at home. What does it


Tiny Creatures, Big Impact: The Powerful Insect Exhibition Now at Museo de la Luz
Step into the world of the unseen and overlooked at the Museo de la Luz


From Mérida to Manhattan: Alfredo Romero’s Solo Exhibition in New York City
Alfredo Romero, the celebrated visual artist based in Mérida, Yucatán, has traveled this week to


La Bottega’s Got a New Flavor: Wine, Tacos & All the Vibes on Paseo de Montejo
We’ve always loved La Bottega — that cozy-meets-classy Italian/Argentinian wine spot right near the Monumento


Villa Veleta: Vacation House in the Heart of Downtown Mérida
The perfect stay for style, comfort, and local flavor — just steps from Centro. Looking



Spring Cleaning for the Soul: Breaking Free from Toxic Soul Ties
Hello there! Spring is springing, the flowers are blooming, and while you’re Maria Kondo-ing your


Discover Sisal’s Nature Reserve in Yucatan with Zizha Eco Tours
We have been on several tours with Zizha Tours, and they have become our go-to


A Weekend Escape to KatNap Sisal: Your Private Beachfront Retreat
Nestled along the untouched shores of Sisal, Yucatán, KatNap Sisal is the perfect getaway for


Architect Henry Ponce: 30 Years of Transforming Mérida’s Architectural Landscape
Architect Henry Ponce celebrates 30 years of shaping Mérida’s architectural landscape, solidifying his place as


The Ninth Edition of Club Sibarita Yucatán Food Fest, Presented by Bohemia, Starts on March 20!
Jonatan Gómez-Luna, This Year’s Guest of Honor, to Receive the Golden Key by Agua de


Habaneros: A Yucatecan Culinary Experience You Can’t Miss
Authentic Flavors from Across Yucatán Habaneros is quickly becoming a favorite spot for those looking


Scappata Hotel: Your Beach Escape in Progreso
Looking for the ideal beachfront getaway in Yucatán? Whether you’re planning a weekend escape from


Casona 333: A Jewel of Yucatán’s Golden Age, Reborn as a Premier Event Venue
In the heart of Mérida, where history and modernity intertwine, Casona 333 stands as a


New in Santa Ana: Piazzere A Taste of Italy with a View
Mérida’s food scene continues to impress, and our latest culinary adventure led us to Piazzare,


MaxLife Yucatán: Your Trusted Legal Partner in Yucatán
At MID CityBeat, we’re always looking for the best services to recommend to our readers,


Experience the Magic of the Mérida Carnival 2025: ‘Amazónico’
Get ready for one of the biggest celebrations in the Yucatán! The Mérida Carnival 2025,


Is Yucatan Ready for Electric Cars? Exploring the State with the ORA 03 ????⚡
I’ve been behind the wheel of the ORA 03, a fully electric, Chinese-designed car by


MID CityBeat Foodie Spotlight: Diego’s Urban Kitchen – The New Spot for a Sunset Cocktail & Dinner on Paseo de Montejo
If you’ve driven down Paseo de Montejo lately, chances are you’ve spotted Diego’s—the newest addition


The Issue with the Love Issue
The issue with the love issue? It’s only issued once a year. I’m here to


Indulge in Culinary Excellence for a Cause: Fundación BAI’s Annual Gala – A Taste of Mérida
Get ready for an evening of exceptional flavors, fine wines, and community impact at Fundación


Alma Latinoamericana: A Night of Unforgettable Music in Mérida
???? March 9, 2025???? Teatro Armando Manzanero, Mérida, Mexico For the first time in Mexico,


Explore the Heart of the Maya World: Excursion to Calakmul (March 20 – 24, 2025)
Discover Calakmul, Campeche Calakmul is one of the most remarkable archaeological sites in Mexico, hidden


Experience the Magic of Mérida’s Art Scene: The MEL Artist Studio Tour 2025
For one remarkable extended weekend, February 14 – 16, Mérida will transform into an artistic


Sugar, Spice & Everything Nice: Yummy Valentine’s Day Treats in Merida
Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to treat yourself or surprise someone special with something


Stylish Spaces: Where to Find the Best Furniture in Mérida
Mérida is a city where history and contemporary design seamlessly blend, making it a prime


New Year, New You, New Relationships: Thriving in Mérida’s Nonstop Scene in 2025 and Beyond
Hello, are you there? 2025 is calling—and it’s ready for you! This is your year


Mérida Clásica Moderna 2025: A Groundbreaking Celebration of Avant-Garde Music
This year’s Mérida Clásica Moderna brings an extraordinary lineup of international and local artists to


Stylish Finds: The Best Places to Shop for Home Decor in Merida
Mérida, with its blend of colonial charm and modern elegance, is a haven for home