Semana Santa , Easter in Mexico
The passion play of Iztapalapa is one of the most popular and important religious celebrations in Mexico and the world. More than a million ...
The Carnivals of Mexico
Life is a carnival and we must keep singing... by Oscar Guzmán One of the most important times of the Catholic calendar is almost upon ...
The Legend of Popocatepetl & Iztaccíhuatl A Love Story
The chief had a daughter named Iztaccihuatl: the most beautiful of all the princesses, who had professed her love for young Popocatepetl, one of her father’s people and the most handsome warrior. Both professed a deep love for each other, so before leaving for war, Popocatepetl asked the chief for the hand of Princess Iztaccihuatl.
Rosca de Reyes Recipe
The Merienda de Reyes is truly a multicultural event. The Spaniards brought the tradition of celebrating the Epiphany and sharing the Rosca to the New World. The Rosca is served along with Tamales, ...
Candlemass Day
The Christmas Season in Mexico ends on el Día de la Candelaria, Candlemass Day, celebrated every February 2. Candlemas commemorates the ritual purification of Mary, 40 days after the birth of Jesus' birth. This day also celebrates the ritual presentation of baby Jesus
Traditional Song: Ya Vienen Los Reyes Magos
Ya vienen los Reyes Magos ya vienen los Reyes Magos caminito de Belén olé, olé, Holanda y olé Holanda ya se ve Cargaitos de jugetes ...
Las Mañanitas
Las Mañanitas is the traditional Mexican birthday song. It is so popular that it is now sung in most Latin American countries. Usually this beautiful song ...
Cielito Lindo Meaning & Lyrics
You've surely heard the song Cielito Lindo. It is very popular and sung in almost all Mexican soccer games. Cielito Lindo, My Lovely Sky is ...
Easy Tamales Recipe
Traditional Tamales Recipe Tamal or the plural Tamales is a traditional Mesoamerican dish made of masa, a dough made from nixtamal corn, which is steamed ...
Alebrijes: Oaxacan Wood Carvings
The artistic process and techniques used in the creation of these captivating wooden Alebrijes. Alebrijes are carved wooden figures created by Oaxacan artisans. They have become ...
