Markets and Shopping in Mexico

Guides and articles about markets, trade and shopping in Mexico

Guides and articles about markets, trade and shopping in Mexico

Fonda Comedor in Mexico City

Good Food in Mexico City

Nick Gilman’s authoritative food blog is a worthwhile read when you’re seeking places to enjoy good food in Mexico City

Colonial Rooftops in Patzcuaro, Mexico

A Month in Patzcuaro – Commerce

Last Friday, December 12th, was Dia de la Virgen de Guadalupe, one of Mexico’s most important religious events. In the evening, many of Patzcuaro’s townsfolk headed for the basilica to attend the special mass...

News Stand in Mexico

Read All About It

For a country where people read notoriously few books, and not too many newspapers, Mexico has a reasonably large number of news-stands and vendors - on just about every street corner, in fact. The larger stands sell more than just newspapers...

No Fumar: No Smoking Sign

A Mal Tiempo, Buena Cara

Mexico City's new non-smoking rules have gone into effect, barring smoking in all enclosed areas of restaurants, bars and other public buildings.

1000 Peso Banknote

New $1,000 Peso Bank Note

The Bank of Mexico launched a new $1,000 peso bank note on April 7, 2008. The new bill continues to feature the face of Miguel Hidalgo, the "Father of Mexican Independence", although the design and colors have been updated. When stores no longer...