Hi! I’m Stephanie Carmon and this is a sneak peak of what Merida is like

🎙️ On What’s Happening Yucatán, Stephanie Carmon welcomes Carlos Sosa, tour guide and travel expert specializing in Yucatán and southern Mexico.

We explore the fascinating tradition of Cleaning the Bones in Pomuch, Campeche, where families lovingly care for the remains of their ancestors in preparation for Day of the Dead, known locally as Janal Pixán.

Discover the history, meaning and cultural significance of this extraordinary Maya tradition.

Time stamps:
0:00 Starting the show!
7:15 Interview starts with Carlos Sosa
32:30 After commercial break

Super fun cantina tour of some of Merida’s iconic cantinas. Learn history, folklore and have some great botanas and drinks!

https://saboresmexicofoodtours.com/es/

Just 40 minutes from Centro and 25 minutes from Progreso, @rancho.san.antonio a beautiful working ranch where conscious farming comes to life.

🥩 Farm Store: Stock up on fresh cheeses, milk, eggs, honey, beef, bone broth, seasonal produce, and more—all produced right on the ranch.

🍽️ Farm-to-Table Restaurant: Enjoy homemade dishes prepared with ingredients harvested from the ranch. Fresh, local, and absolutely delicious.

📍 Rancho San Antonio, Yucatán

🛒 Farm Store Hours
Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM–3:00 PM
Sat: 9:00 AM–1:00 PM

🍴 Restaurant Hours
Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
Sat: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM

A perfect stop on your way to or from the beach! 🌱🐄

🔥🥩 Fire, flavor, and awesome steaks—welcome to @origen_yucatan

We started with a couple of fun cocktails and their delicious complimentary bean dip before diving into the Cazuelita de Camarones—a sizzling shrimp skillet in a rich, lightly spicy sauce. Grab some fresh bread and hacer chuc because you’ll want every last drop! 🤤

The Queso Brie Norteño, topped with sweet berry sauce and savory dried beef, was such a creative combination. Then came a glass of the house red alongside beautifully grilled Pulpo al Chimichurri—Mom loved this dish!—and a perfectly cooked 400-gram New York steak served in its own rich jus with crispy potato wedges. 🐙🍷🥩

And that KitKat Explosion? Oh my God… we nearly finished the whole thing! 🍫

For premium steaks, beautiful design, great service, and a lively atmosphere, Origen is definitely one to put on your Mérida list!

📍 Origen
Industria No Contaminantes S/N, Entrance to Las Américas, Mérida Yucatan
🕒 Hours
Monday–Wednesday: 8 AM–1 AM
Thursday–Saturday: 8 AM–2 AM
Sunday: 8 AM–6 PM

If you're craving authentic Peruvian ceviche, Cariñito Cevichería Peruana is a must!

We loved the warm, inviting atmosphere and kicked things off with a comforting fish broth and a fresh cucumber-mint juice.

The Ceviche Sampler is a must-order:
🐟 Ceviche Mixto with fish, shrimp, octopus & crispy calamari
🦑 Ceviche Carretillero, one of Peru's classics with an incredible leche de tigre
🥭 Atún Apasionado with passion fruit honey, avocado & sesame oil—our favorite!

We also loved the crispy yuca empanadas, the creamy Causa Limeña, and ended on a high note with their unforgettable Miso Cheesecake.

Fresh, light, healthy, and packed with flavor—this is one lunch spot you'll want to add to your list.

📍 Cariñito Cevichería Peruana
Av. Líbano 54, Col. México Norte, Mérida
🕛 Open daily | 12:30 PM–6:00 PM

Save this one for your next lunch in Mérida!

📍 Centro Histórico, Mérida📞 Information & private viewings: 999 306 4482

🌊🏡 A Beachfront I Home or Investment Opportunity We Keep Coming Back To: Vía Costela , Sisal

We went back to check out Vía Costela in Sisal—and it reminded us why this is one of the most interesting beachfront real estate opportunities in Yucatán right now.

Sisal has that rare balance. It’s still a working fishing village, still local… but you can feel the momentum. Wide open beaches, calm swimmable water, and mangroves all around—it’s part of a protected biosphere, which is why it still feels untouched.

And then there’s Vía Costela.
We’ve been following this development for years (and even stayed in some of the homes), and now with Phase Two lots available, it’s worth taking another look.
What we like:
✨ Established community—not just a concept
🌴 Direct beachfront access
🏡 Existing homes already in use (so you can actually experience it)
🌅 Quiet, laid-back vibe that’s getting harder to find
📍 Close enough to Mérida for a weekend, far enough to fully disconnect
It’s not trying to be Tulum—and that’s exactly the point.
👉 If you’re thinking about a beachfront home or just curious about what’s happening on the coast, this is one to have on your radar.

English Spoken! For more information, click here: https://walink.co/j0dzoy
🌐 www.viacostela.mx
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