Plaza Carmesí: Merida Centro’s Newest Hot Spot for Shopping, Coffee & Cuisine Plaza Carmesí The newest addition to the historic Centro’s urban cool vibe is Plaza Carmesí. Located on the corner Calle 62 and 53, it is in the heart of the Centro — close to the Plaza Grande, the cathedral, and Centro’s culinary center: …
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Hanal Pixan in the Time of Covid19 We are now entering into the revered time of Hanal Pixan or as you might know it, Day of the Dead. Hanal Pixan means “food for the souls” in the Mayan language. It is celebrated on November 1, for the souls of children and on November 2, for …
Saturday Morning the Streets of Merida During Covid19 I decided to take a walk to the Slow Food Yucatán this morning and see what protocols they are following so I can share with MID City followers. Little by little we will be getting out more and more and recommending places we not only deem as having quality …
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Written by Stephanie Carmon Ya’ax Hotel Boutique is one of Merida Centro’s newest elegant accommodations which combines traditional Yucatecan sophistication rich in its Mayan roots with modern design and comforts that lets the visitor feel the true essence of contemporary Merida. As you enter through the front door into the lobby or walk into Cho’oj …
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Written by Stephanie Carmon One of the great things about living in this city are all the beautiful boutique hotels, bed and breakfasts and specialty lodging that is offered in the Centro of Merida as well as all around Yucatan. There are so many lovely places to stay and enjoy the architecture, the ambiance and …
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Written by Harriet Sleath Mérida is a city that has so much to offer, so many surprises and hidden gems to be uncovered. She’s a city full of heart and character. From the colourful streets to the people who live here. There is always, always, something going on in and around Mérida and, what’s even better, …
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Written by Stephanie Carmon When locals ask me if I like living in Merida, I tell them yes, I love it here; I feel like it is my home. They just smile and tell me I must have drunk the “agua del pozo”; the well water. I often ponder what exactly it is about this …
Written by Harriet Sleath MidCity Beat recently had the honour of joining food expert Erin on a Plant Food Lovers Experience tour of Merida. Our tour was part of Frutas y Verduras, a project started by Margret Hefner, whose aim is to provide people with the opportunity to embark on flavor-filled journeys of the healthy, …
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