Mexican Party Foods at Christmas and Other Holidays
Mexico offers an abundance in choice of mouthwatering foods, some of which are associated with certain holidays, and especially with Christmas
Foreign Native
Foreign Native shares insights, observations, and commentary about Mexican life, its culture and traditions
Foreign Native shares insights, observations, and commentary about Mexican life, its culture and traditions
Local Bread Shops, Neighbors, and Nostalgia
An important and insightful part of Mexico's past and present are its bread shops, found on many busy corners of its towns and cities
A Politically Incorrect Christmas to You Too
Mexico has always been a country to assimilate foreign things without giving up its own identity, often putting a particularly Mexican stamp on them
Discovering Mexican Coffee Shops and Café Culture
Mexico's café culture has evolved over the years, adapting to changing tastes and trends, and today offers an ample choice of places to meet for refreshment
Cultural Insights Into the Much-Maligned Chilango
When you spend some time in Mexico, or if you move here to live or work, sooner or later you'll come across the word "chilango"
Sanborns: Mexico’s Eclectic Department Store
Sanborns stores offer a unique shopping experience and its restaurants provide an oasis of refreshment amidst a casual diner-style setting
Experiences Past & Present: Going to the Movies in Mexico
Foreign Native reflects on the changing habits and habitats for film-watching in Mexico, and how the movie-going experience here has changed over the years
Passenger Trains are Making a Comeback in Mexico
After decades of decline in railway investment, Mexico is reigniting its efforts to get passengers back into railcars for long-distance travel
Reflections on a Decade of Shopping El Buen Fin
Over a decade after Mexico introduced its version of the ‘Black Friday’ shopping event, Foreign Native reflects on its relevance amidst increasing online sales
Leafing Through Bookworms’ Choices in Mexico
Online marketplaces have transformed access to books in Mexico, although traditional bookshops continue to ply a brisk trade here
Street Dogs and Dog Ownership Trends in Mexico
Foreign Native shares some insights and anecdotes about strays and street dogs in Mexico along with some comments on trends and habits among dog owners here
Journeys on Mexico City’s Metro: It Takes All Kinds
With up to five million people using Mexico City's Metro each day, it's not surprising that you come across all sorts of travelers using it
