Mexico Lifestyle

Seeking Out Authentic Mexican Flavors at a Local Comedor

Discover the simple, often family-run, diners that offer authentic Mexican flavors amidst an informal and friendly atmosphere

Take the Iguana. (Or regret it for the rest of your life.)

DBC Pierre shares some personal reflections as a fascinated child growing-up in the capital, offering glimpses into an era now past, and a world still present

Buying Imported Foods and Homeware in Mexico

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

The Framework You Need to Master the Spanish Language

Mastery of any language —including Spanish— requires a combination of spoken, reading and writing skills as well as knowledge of its grammar

How to Renew Your Mexico Residency Card (Permit)

Temporary residency cards are valid for 1 to 4 years and must be renewed to remain in Mexico. This article explains how to renew your resident card

Matching People and Place Names in Mexico

Each state in Mexico has its corresponding gentilic—adjectives that describe people's place of origin. Here's a guide through the nomenclature

Hay & Haber—Treading in a Grammatical Minefield

An exploration of the complexities that exist in Spanish surrounding the use of the terms "there is," "there are," and "to have"

When It’s Not Working: Out of Order, Useless—or Both?

In Mexico there are two ways of letting people know that something isn't working properly; they are interchangeable, with some exceptions

Tamales, an Integral Part of Mexico’s Food Heritage

Corn dough tamales are variously flavored, wrapped and steamed in corn husks or leaves, and carry an important role in Mexican history and food culture