As part of my Christmas gifts, my daughters gave me the two items shown above: a Chia Pet™ and a molcajete. Both have Mexican origins, true gifts from Mexico to the World ... click on title for more
Two Gifts for Me, and from Mexico to the World
Category: Mexican Culture
The Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe – Pandemic and Hope
Year after year, uninterrupted since the 16th century, many devout people have visited the site of Our Lady of Guadalupe apparitions, coming from all corners of Mexico, Latin America, and the world, just to see the image of the Virgin, now inside the New Basilica. Last year, due to the COVID19 pandemic, the site had very limited access to the public; this year, it has been announced that the Sanctuary will again be open, to continue the centuries-old tradition ... click on title for more
Pan Dulce – A Sweet Tradition
The introduction of wheat and sugar by Spanish conquerors was the beginning of the long history of pan dulce (sweet bread) in Mexico ... click on title for more
An Offering for the Day of the Dead
This year, I have prepared an offering at home, here in Southern Ontario, inspired by traditions from Central Mexico, specifically San Andres Míxquic, a community located in the Mexico City borough of Tláhuac ... click on title for more
Sister Cities – Saitama and Toluca
The Japanese city of Saitama is hosting several Tokyo 2020 Olympic events, including important football (soccer) matches. Saitama and the city of Toluca (capital of the Mexican state of Estado de México) became sisters cities in 1979, and they have established and maintained many programs together since then; the sister cities also have other features in common ... click on title for more
My Slice of Mexico 