“Are you one of the many who wonder why Mexicans remember their dearly departed with music, makeup and sugar skulls, instead of somber grief? Well, this holiday is about celebrating their life, and the once-a-year chance to welcome family, friends and pets home again.”
Sandra Gancz Kahan, Writer
Participating in Day of the Dead strengthens your bond with Mexico by creating connections with its traditions.
Set up the altar, decorate with marigolds and photos and add a little of this pan de muerto recipe for a finishing touch.
Learn about the origins and evolution of the Day of the Dead to help you navigate the holiday festivities as a visitor.
The calaveritas literarias, or poems, are one of the most beloved parts of Day of the Dead. Learn how to write your own.
Learn the basic Spanish to prepare your own Día de Muertos tamales. You can eat them, or put them on your Mexican altar.
Five things you should know about Mexico’s native marigold flowers and their role in Day of the Dead celebrations in Mexico.
Janet Blaser teaches you how to make some of Day of the Dead’s traditional confections to celebrate the lives of loved ones who have passed.
Professional mortuary services and dedicated altars for pets are becoming more common across the country.
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