Markets and Shopping in Mexico

In part three of this series, discover how how trade, negotiation, and bargaining are woven-in to the fabric of everyday Mexican culture

Shoe shine stands, attended by "boleadores," are one of the most traditional forms of street vending furniture that you'll see in towns and cities across Mexico

Mexican cell phone plans offer unlimited calling and generous data allowances across Mexico, the US, and Canada—it's never been more affordable to keep in touch

The latest payment terminals in stores, supermarkets, and restaurants across Mexico enable customers to use their smartphones to pay

Learn about stores and emporiums where you can buy imported foods and goods which years ago were not available anywhere in Mexico

Mexico’s highland topography and the rich nutrients in its volcanic soils combine to create an ideal natural environment for growing fine quality coffee beans

Online marketplaces have transformed access to books in Mexico, although traditional bookshops continue to ply a brisk trade here

Sanborns stores offer a unique shopping experience and its restaurants provide an oasis of refreshment amidst a casual diner-style setting

Ex-smokers and those trying to quit smoking can't find tobacco substitutes in Mexico. Vaping is banned and vaping products may be confiscated at the border.

Investing in a high quality hammock will be a pleasure to use and provide years of restful service in your home. This article shares tips for buyers

It will take more than a desire for modernity to do away with Mexico's deep-rooted traditions of commerce, which stretch back to Pre-Columbian times

Independent neighborhood vendors selling fresh locally-sourced produce remain a thriving part of the Mexican retail landscape