The art of the taco

The art of the taco

by | Sep 27, 2013 | mexico 2

As most of my time in Mexico has been spent eating, drinking and sleeping, I thought it was only fair to share one of the most important Mexican foods- tacos. Despite the fact that burritos and fajitas are advertised as being the most “Mexican” meals in...
Back in the land of the Mexican cowboys

Back in the land of the Mexican cowboys

by | Sep 22, 2013 | mexico 2

So for almost a week now I’ve been visiting friends in Monterrey in the north of Mexico- the city where I spent my year abroad. Monterrey is the second biggest city in Mexico and since the times of Porfirio Diaz it has been one of the most important business...
Viva Mexico!

Viva Mexico!

by | Sep 17, 2013 | mexico 2

Independence day celebrations awaited me in my first weekend in Mexico. Everyone gets Mexico fever, there are flags everywhere and lots of people dress in traditional costumes and the national colours. The most important part of the day is when the president comes to...