I’m one of those old-school people who like to bring a small gift when I’m invited to someone’s home; a hostess gift, if you...

The Lagunas de Montebello are jewels in Chiapas, famed for their subtle hues of turquoise, azure and emerald green. They’re located near the border...

While there’s always the question of how much is too much, I think it’s safe to say we all like something sweet now and...

The Feria Maestros del Arte celebrates 20 years at Chapala this year after being shut down for two years by the pandemic.  The famous...

Expats In Mexico food writer Janet Blaser knows food and explains why Mexico has some of the best street food in the world in her latest article.

Many cities in the world end gradually, petering off into suburbs followed, in turn, by a never-ending succession of small towns. Guadalajara, instead, ends...

Every culture you encounter will have its own unique Christmas traditions, but as a long-time expat here, I believe Mexico is a very special...

One thing I learned quickly after moving to Mexico is Mexico’s mercados offer more than just shopping. Whether you are in Mexico as a...

Is Chiapas and its handcrafts the next Oaxaca? Well, Oaxaca is by far the best-known area in Mexico for its indigenous cultures, but Chiapas...

Some time ago, John Keeling, the head of the Lake Chapala Birding Club, mentioned to me that his hobby had brought him to the...