Friday, August 15, 2025

Fake it ’til you make it: How to sound better at Spanish than you really are

These everyday Mexican expressions will help you sound more natural and confident with native speakers even while you're still learning Spanish.
Two cyclists with their arms raised in the air posing in the desert

How two Irish boys took on a Mexican cycling adventure — and what they found when they got here

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Cycling from one end of the globe to another, an Irish duo were taken aback by their experiences in Mexico.
river in jungle

How Mexican archaeologists found the long-lost Maya city that resisted the Spanish 

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The researchers combined a GIS model with the writings of a 17th-century friar to locate an ancient city that was hidden for three centuries.
President Sheinbaum gestures at a graph showing a decrease in poverty in Mexico

Poverty reduction and a major arrest: Thursday’s mañanera recapped

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Sheinbaum announced the arrest of a former Pemex CEO in the U.S. and celebrated a historic reduction in poverty at her Thursday press conference.
Two cyclists with their arms raised in the air posing in the desert

How two Irish boys took on a Mexican cycling adventure — and what they...

0
Cycling from one end of the globe to another, an Irish duo were taken aback by their experiences in Mexico.
river in jungle

How Mexican archaeologists found the long-lost Maya city that resisted the Spanish 

2
The researchers combined a GIS model with the writings of a 17th-century friar to locate an ancient city that was hidden for three centuries.
President Sheinbaum gestures at a graph showing a decrease in poverty in Mexico

Poverty reduction and a major arrest: Thursday’s mañanera recapped

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Sheinbaum announced the arrest of a former Pemex CEO in the U.S. and celebrated a historic reduction in poverty at her Thursday press conference.
BETA Version - Powered by Perplexity

US returns 500-year-old stolen manuscript signed by Hernán Cortés

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Since the manuscript changed hands several times since it was stolen, no one will face charges for the crime, the U.S. FBI said.
beachfront with buildings

US sanctions cartel-affiliated timeshare scammers in Puerto Vallarta

2
The fraud schemes, which the U.S. says are carried out by the CJNG, generally target U.S. citizens looking to rent out or sell their timeshare units.
Tourists walk around the Chichén Itzá pyramids in Yucatán Mexico

US updates Mexico travel advisories to include risk of ‘terrorism’

3
Only Yucatán and Campeche were spared, with both states receiving the mildest level of travel warning.
Casachina store

Mexico’s half-year trade deficit with China hits a record US $57 billion

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The imbalance has existed for more than two decades, but with Economy Secretary Marcelo Ebrard warning "Enough is enough," Mexico is starting to take action.
A circular framing shows a Japanese-style gazebo with a dark tiled roof and ornate trim, nestled among trees and manicured hedges in a park.

Where to find the most beautiful gardens in Mexico City’s urban jungle

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Andrea Fischer gives you the scoop on six natural oases in the busy nation's capital where stressed-out chilangos can get a free dose of quiet green time.
A cactus in the desert of Baja California Sur near a beach with a small boat

Baja California Sur tourism industry demands action on insecurity

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A spike in crime in central Baja California Sur threatens to scare visitors away from the state's tourism destinations, La Paz hoteliers say.
A group of young Rarámuri girls participate in a traditional running game in a rural, mountainous landscape under a clear sky. They are wearing brightly colored pink dresses with blue floral patterns and white zigzag trim, and some are holding sticks. The girl in the foreground looks directly at the viewer

Why the Rarámuri run: How an Indigenous people have kept their traditions for centuries

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Their almost unequalled skills have helped Mexico's Indigenous Rarámuri survive both inhospitable terrain and centuries of oppression.
Sheinbaum 13 August 2025

Sheinbaum takes questions on terrorism and taxes: Wednesday’s mañanera recapped

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On Wednesday, a reporter highlighted that the United States Department of State updated its travel advisory for Mexico, and is now warning of the risk of "terrorism" in 30 of 32 federal entities.
freedom of expression placard

Nearly 3 in 10 Mexicans say freedom of speech cannot be fully exercised in...

3
Freedom of speech is guaranteed in the Mexican Constitution, but about 27% of the population thinks that in actuality, it cannot be fully exercised.
Photo of designer Mario Cortés smiling warmly, wearing glasses and an orange and purple FIFA Mexico City official scarf. The photo is set against a vibrant, stylized graphic background that features his artistic name, "CUEMANCHE," in large pink letters above a colorful sunburst design.

Meet the young designer behind FIFA’s acclaimed 2026 World Cup posters

0
Mexico's 2026 World Cup posters, created by young Mexico City graphic designer Mario Cortés, have earned him suprise kudos from the New York Times.
A black and white photo of a friendly elderly Mexican man with a wide, warm smile wearing a white fedora-style hat with a black band around it. He is wearing a dark colored button-down shirt. He has a gray mustache and gray hair.

The mezcal diaries: A lunchtime interview with veteran Mexican artist Leonel Maciel

0
Writer Elisabeth Ashe recently got the opportunity to meet one of Mexico's most beloved living artists. Over lunch and shots, they discussed his life and career.
A pile of pomegranates

Taste of Mexico: Granada

3
The pomegranate hails from across an ocean, but like so many who arrived on the shores of the New World, it found a welcoming home in Mexico.

US returns 500-year-old stolen manuscript signed by Hernán Cortés

0
Since the manuscript changed hands several times since it was stolen, no one will face charges for the crime, the U.S. FBI said.
beachfront with buildings

US sanctions cartel-affiliated timeshare scammers in Puerto Vallarta

2
The fraud schemes, which the U.S. says are carried out by the CJNG, generally target U.S. citizens looking to rent out or sell their timeshare units.
Tourists walk around the Chichén Itzá pyramids in Yucatán Mexico

US updates Mexico travel advisories to include risk of ‘terrorism’

3
Only Yucatán and Campeche were spared, with both states receiving the mildest level of travel warning.
Casachina store

Mexico’s half-year trade deficit with China hits a record US $57 billion

0
The imbalance has existed for more than two decades, but with Economy Secretary Marcelo Ebrard warning "Enough is enough," Mexico is starting to take action.
A circular framing shows a Japanese-style gazebo with a dark tiled roof and ornate trim, nestled among trees and manicured hedges in a park.

Where to find the most beautiful gardens in Mexico City’s urban jungle

0
Andrea Fischer gives you the scoop on six natural oases in the busy nation's capital where stressed-out chilangos can get a free dose of quiet green time.
A cactus in the desert of Baja California Sur near a beach with a small boat

Baja California Sur tourism industry demands action on insecurity

4
A spike in crime in central Baja California Sur threatens to scare visitors away from the state's tourism destinations, La Paz hoteliers say.
Casachina store

Mexico’s half-year trade deficit with China hits a record US $57...

0
The imbalance has existed for more than two decades, but with Economy Secretary Marcelo Ebrard warning "Enough is enough," Mexico is starting to take action.
Sheinbaum

Mexico’s Sheinbaum gives a masterclass on managing Trump: A perspective from our CEO

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The Mexican president is showing the world how to manage Trump, and we should all be taking notes.
A blond woman holds churros in a Mexican street

Maybe what Mexico needs is … more Americans? A perspective from our CEO

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Travis Bembenek reflects on the challenges and opportunities that come with welcoming immigrants to a new country.
Two children, patients of Kids First Orthopaedics, smile at the camera. One little girl has casts on both legs. The other, a little boy, hides behind his mother

Americans making a positive impact in Mexico: Our CEO talks with Dr. Billy Andrews...

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As Mexico-U.S. relations remain tense, CEO Travis Bembenek looks to Kids First Orthopaedics to see how Americans and Mexicans can work together.
A blonde woman walks past graffiti reading "Fuera gringo" in Mexico City

With Mexicans feeling let down by the United States, what can YOU do about...

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As Mexicans perception of the US becomes increasingly negative, Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek shares ideas about what can be done.
A closeup shot of auto parts: a car's timing belt and engine

Mexico’s market share of US auto imports keeps growing despite tariffs and trade uncertainty

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New data shows how Mexico has solidified its position as the United States' top source for vehicles and auto parts.
Foreign Affairs Minister Juan Ramón de la Fuente and Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard follow behind President Sheinbaum

Most US trade remains duty-free after Mexico secures a 90-day extension on Trump’s most...

4
Mexico will use the next three months to work toward a longer-term trade agreement, Sheinbaum said.
Chassis and machinery inside a car factory

In Nuevo León, companies are skipping investment announcements to avoid US scrutiny

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Though investment remains strong, businesses are taking a cautious approach to public announcements, state officials say.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
18.74
CAD
13.58
EUR
21.89
A cactus in the desert of Baja California Sur near a beach with a small boat

Baja California Sur tourism industry demands action on insecurity

4
A spike in crime in central Baja California Sur threatens to scare visitors away from the state's tourism destinations, La Paz hoteliers say.
AT&T building

In a possible telecom sector shake-up, AT&T may be leaving Mexico

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The U.S.-based multinational has been competing unsuccessfully with Carlos Slim's Telcel in Mexico since it bought Iusacell in 2014.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
18.74
CAD
13.58
EUR
21.89
Sheinbaum 13 August 2025

Sheinbaum takes questions on terrorism and taxes: Wednesday’s mañanera recapped

1
On Wednesday, a reporter highlighted that the United States Department of State updated its travel advisory for Mexico, and is now warning of the risk of "terrorism" in 30 of 32 federal entities.
Sheinbaum 12 August 2025

Daily murders fall to lowest level since 2016: Tuesday’s mañanera recapped

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Sheinbaum asserted that homicides have declined during her government due to the implementation of a new national security strategy.
A small chalkboard showing the phrase "Hablas español?" in chalk. The chalkboard writing surface is black and it is framed by distressed unvarnished wood to look old, and is lying on a table or board made of similarly distressed wood.

Fake it ’til you make it: How to sound better at Spanish than you really are

3
These everyday Mexican expressions will help you sound more natural and confident with native speakers even while you're still learning Spanish.
A pile of chopped and seeded plums

Why a handful of perfect plums sums up my life in Mexico

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How does a simple trip to a local Mexican market becomes a heartwarming encounter with Mexican kindness?
A tip jar on a counter

The tipping point: Is your overgenerous gratuity in Mexico a form of gentrification?

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Could your generous tipping habits actually be harming your Mexican neighbors? An expat navigates the butterfly effect of tipping large in Mexico.
Two cyclists with their arms raised in the air posing in the desert

How two Irish boys took on a Mexican cycling adventure — and what they found when they got here

0
Cycling from one end of the globe to another, an Irish duo were taken aback by their experiences in Mexico.
Tourists walk around the Chichén Itzá pyramids in Yucatán Mexico

US updates Mexico travel advisories to include risk of ‘terrorism’

3
Only Yucatán and Campeche were spared, with both states receiving the mildest level of travel warning.
Colonial style govt building in Colima

Colima airport gets US $17.5M makeover to prepare it for international status

1
The expansion will vastly increase the facility's capacity as it moves from a modest state airport to what is expected to be an important international travel hub.
A pile of chopped and seeded plums

Why a handful of perfect plums sums up my life in Mexico

0
How does a simple trip to a local Mexican market becomes a heartwarming encounter with Mexican kindness?
A tip jar on a counter

The tipping point: Is your overgenerous gratuity in Mexico a form of gentrification?

67
Could your generous tipping habits actually be harming your Mexican neighbors? An expat navigates the butterfly effect of tipping large in Mexico.
A blond woman holds churros in a Mexican street

Maybe what Mexico needs is … more Americans? A perspective from our CEO

61
Travis Bembenek reflects on the challenges and opportunities that come with welcoming immigrants to a new country.
Two children, patients of Kids First Orthopaedics, smile at the camera. One little girl has casts on both legs. The other, a little boy, hides behind his mother

Americans making a positive impact in Mexico: Our CEO talks with Dr. Billy Andrews...

10
As Mexico-U.S. relations remain tense, CEO Travis Bembenek looks to Kids First Orthopaedics to see how Americans and Mexicans can work together.
A modern rooftop patio features a curved grey sofa, potted cacti, and a panoramic view of the ocean, a city, and distant rock formations under a clear sky.

Want to buy property in Mexico? Make sure you invest close enough to a...

3
Mexico is currently the world's seventh most visited country, making vacation property investment appealing right now — if you know where to buy.
An aerial view of the Angel of Independence monument on Reforma Avenue in Mexico City, looking down the tree-lined boulevard surrounded by tall city buildings.

Before you move in: An architect’s guide to finding the right Mexico City location...

6
Architect Benjamin Bross spoke to Mexico News Daily about life in the capital — and where he'd tell someone to buy property.

US returns 500-year-old stolen manuscript signed by Hernán Cortés

0
Since the manuscript changed hands several times since it was stolen, no one will face charges for the crime, the U.S. FBI said.
A circular framing shows a Japanese-style gazebo with a dark tiled roof and ornate trim, nestled among trees and manicured hedges in a park.

Where to find the most beautiful gardens in Mexico City’s urban jungle

0
Andrea Fischer gives you the scoop on six natural oases in the busy nation's capital where stressed-out chilangos can get a free dose of quiet green time.
Pop star in conversationcert

Maluma stops his Mexico City show to scold a fan for bringing her baby 

0
The Colombian reggaeton star — a first-time father himself — stopped his show to tell a fan in the audience that a high-decibel music concert is no place for infant ears.
A black and white photo of a friendly elderly Mexican man with a wide, warm smile wearing a white fedora-style hat with a black band around it. He is wearing a dark colored button-down shirt. He has a gray mustache and gray hair.

The mezcal diaries: A lunchtime interview with veteran Mexican artist Leonel Maciel

0
Writer Elisabeth Ashe recently got the opportunity to meet one of Mexico's most beloved living artists. Over lunch and shots, they discussed his life and career.
Tourists walk around the Chichén Itzá pyramids in Yucatán Mexico

US updates Mexico travel advisories to include risk of ‘terrorism’

3
Only Yucatán and Campeche were spared, with both states receiving the mildest level of travel warning.
Colonial style govt building in Colima

Colima airport gets US $17.5M makeover to prepare it for international status

1
The expansion will vastly increase the facility's capacity as it moves from a modest state airport to what is expected to be an important international travel hub.
Bottles of Corona on the seafront

Made in Mexico: Corona

11
Corona's story is a century-long tale of Mexican marketing, cultural pride and global ambition that's made the beer brand a worldwide icon.
barbacoa

Mega barbacoa returns to Hidalgo, with enough for 15,000 hungry visitors

0
The barbacoa feast of 100 sheep and more than 2,000 chickens will be slow-cooked underground in two enormous ovens as part of the annual Dajiedhi Fair, a six-day festival starting Wednesday.
Lake Chapala is currently at 54.63% of its capacity — a 14 percentage-point improvement over July 21, 2024.

Jalisco and Guanajuato area water reservoirs rebound after heavy rains

3
Midway through the 2025 rainy season, seven out of Guanajuato's eight dams are operating at above 80% capacity, while Lake Chapala near Guadalajara has 36% more water than last year at this time.
water in the Cutzamala System

Cutzamala System recovers to 56% capacity after historic rainfall in central Mexico

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The Cutzamala System, which supplies water to the greater Mexico City area, currently has 27.6% more water than it did at this point in 2024.
A woman with outstretched arms

Spiritual tourism in Mexico: Are the rituals really ancient?

8
Are Mexico's litany of "ceremonial experiences" actually real, or are they a creative way to part tourists from their hard-earned money?

All you need to know about Eastern medicine in Mexico

3
Traditional Chinese medicine in Mexico is bigger than ever, with licensed practitioners all over the country offering a variety of techniques.
river in jungle

How Mexican archaeologists found the long-lost Maya city that resisted the Spanish 

2
The researchers combined a GIS model with the writings of a 17th-century friar to locate an ancient city that was hidden for three centuries.

US returns 500-year-old stolen manuscript signed by Hernán Cortés

0
Since the manuscript changed hands several times since it was stolen, no one will face charges for the crime, the U.S. FBI said.
A circular framing shows a Japanese-style gazebo with a dark tiled roof and ornate trim, nestled among trees and manicured hedges in a park.

Where to find the most beautiful gardens in Mexico City’s urban jungle

0
Andrea Fischer gives you the scoop on six natural oases in the busy nation's capital where stressed-out chilangos can get a free dose of quiet green time.
Photo of designer Mario Cortés smiling warmly, wearing glasses and an orange and purple FIFA Mexico City official scarf. The photo is set against a vibrant, stylized graphic background that features his artistic name, "CUEMANCHE," in large pink letters above a colorful sunburst design.

Meet the young designer behind FIFA’s acclaimed 2026 World Cup posters

0
Mexico's 2026 World Cup posters, created by young Mexico City graphic designer Mario Cortés, have earned him suprise kudos from the New York Times.
Pop star in conversationcert

Maluma stops his Mexico City show to scold a fan for bringing her baby 

0
The Colombian reggaeton star — a first-time father himself — stopped his show to tell a fan in the audience that a high-decibel music concert is no place for infant ears.
A black and white photo of a friendly elderly Mexican man with a wide, warm smile wearing a white fedora-style hat with a black band around it. He is wearing a dark colored button-down shirt. He has a gray mustache and gray hair.

The mezcal diaries: A lunchtime interview with veteran Mexican artist Leonel Maciel

0
Writer Elisabeth Ashe recently got the opportunity to meet one of Mexico's most beloved living artists. Over lunch and shots, they discussed his life and career.
beachfront with buildings

US sanctions cartel-affiliated timeshare scammers in Puerto Vallarta

2
The fraud schemes, which the U.S. says are carried out by the CJNG, generally target U.S. citizens looking to rent out or sell their timeshare units.
A MQ-9B SkyGuardian drone

US drone that flew over cartel stronghold came at Mexico’s request, security minister says

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The unmanned aircraft circled over southwestern México state before its transponder signal disappeared.
freedom of expression placard

Nearly 3 in 10 Mexicans say freedom of speech cannot be fully exercised in...

3
Freedom of speech is guaranteed in the Mexican Constitution, but about 27% of the population thinks that in actuality, it cannot be fully exercised.
García Harfuch

Mexico transfers 26 cartel figures to US in second major prisoner handover this year

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Leaders of the Sinaloa Cartel, the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) and the Northeast Cartel are among the fugitives who were sent to the United States from Mexico this week.
Armani Residences Masaryk

Mexico is fourth-largest market for branded residences, with Riviera Maya to see major growth

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A 2025 study by Onirius Hospitality Advisors revealed that the number of branded residences in the Riviera Maya is expected to grow a staggering 233% over the next five years. 
A modern rooftop patio features a curved grey sofa, potted cacti, and a panoramic view of the ocean, a city, and distant rock formations under a clear sky.

Want to buy property in Mexico? Make sure you invest close enough to a...

3
Mexico is currently the world's seventh most visited country, making vacation property investment appealing right now — if you know where to buy.
An aerial view of the Angel of Independence monument on Reforma Avenue in Mexico City, looking down the tree-lined boulevard surrounded by tall city buildings.

Before you move in: An architect’s guide to finding the right Mexico City location...

6
Architect Benjamin Bross spoke to Mexico News Daily about life in the capital — and where he'd tell someone to buy property.
A man with an umbrella rides a bicycle in the rain in Mexico City

It’s official: June was the rainiest month ever recorded in Mexico

0
The June numbers are the highest the country has seen since Conagua began recording monthly rainfall totals in 1941.
Lake Chapala is currently at 54.63% of its capacity — a 14 percentage-point improvement over July 21, 2024.

Jalisco and Guanajuato area water reservoirs rebound after heavy rains

3
Midway through the 2025 rainy season, seven out of Guanajuato's eight dams are operating at above 80% capacity, while Lake Chapala near Guadalajara has 36% more water than last year at this time.
water in the Cutzamala System

Cutzamala System recovers to 56% capacity after historic rainfall in central Mexico

0
The Cutzamala System, which supplies water to the greater Mexico City area, currently has 27.6% more water than it did at this point in 2024.
A medical device at a Los Cabos hospital

A guide to medical tourism in Los Cabos

2
These Baja California Sur hospitals are modern and clean and cost a fraction of the price of those at home, worth considering for an upcoming procedure.
A woman with outstretched arms

Spiritual tourism in Mexico: Are the rituals really ancient?

8
Are Mexico's litany of "ceremonial experiences" actually real, or are they a creative way to part tourists from their hard-earned money?

All you need to know about Eastern medicine in Mexico

3
Traditional Chinese medicine in Mexico is bigger than ever, with licensed practitioners all over the country offering a variety of techniques.
A closeup shot of auto parts: a car's timing belt and engine

Mexico’s market share of US auto imports keeps growing despite tariffs and trade uncertainty

0
New data shows how Mexico has solidified its position as the United States' top source for vehicles and auto parts.
Foreign Affairs Minister Juan Ramón de la Fuente and Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard follow behind President Sheinbaum

Most US trade remains duty-free after Mexico secures a 90-day extension on Trump’s most...

4
Mexico will use the next three months to work toward a longer-term trade agreement, Sheinbaum said.
Chassis and machinery inside a car factory

In Nuevo León, companies are skipping investment announcements to avoid US scrutiny

1
Though investment remains strong, businesses are taking a cautious approach to public announcements, state officials say.
Photo of designer Mario Cortés smiling warmly, wearing glasses and an orange and purple FIFA Mexico City official scarf. The photo is set against a vibrant, stylized graphic background that features his artistic name, "CUEMANCHE," in large pink letters above a colorful sunburst design.

Meet the young designer behind FIFA’s acclaimed 2026 World Cup posters

0
Mexico's 2026 World Cup posters, created by young Mexico City graphic designer Mario Cortés, have earned him suprise kudos from the New York Times.
A black and white photo of a friendly elderly Mexican man with a wide, warm smile wearing a white fedora-style hat with a black band around it. He is wearing a dark colored button-down shirt. He has a gray mustache and gray hair.

The mezcal diaries: A lunchtime interview with veteran Mexican artist Leonel Maciel

0
Writer Elisabeth Ashe recently got the opportunity to meet one of Mexico's most beloved living artists. Over lunch and shots, they discussed his life and career.
A pile of pomegranates

Taste of Mexico: Granada

3
The pomegranate hails from across an ocean, but like so many who arrived on the shores of the New World, it found a welcoming home in Mexico.
A woman with a pan on her head standing in a supermaret aisle

The ‘joys’ of hosting home-country guests in Mexico

8
You might be used to life here, but it's always entertaining to watch others grapple with the realities of daily life in Mexico.
A pile of pomegranates

Taste of Mexico: Granada

3
The pomegranate hails from across an ocean, but like so many who arrived on the shores of the New World, it found a welcoming home in Mexico.
Bottles of Corona on the seafront

Made in Mexico: Corona

11
Corona's story is a century-long tale of Mexican marketing, cultural pride and global ambition that's made the beer brand a worldwide icon.
barbacoa

Mega barbacoa returns to Hidalgo, with enough for 15,000 hungry visitors

0
The barbacoa feast of 100 sheep and more than 2,000 chickens will be slow-cooked underground in two enormous ovens as part of the annual Dajiedhi Fair, a six-day festival starting Wednesday.

What to cook this August

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Mexico's abundant summer fruits and vegetables mean this is the perfect season to try some of the freshest produce in the country.