Articles related to "Oaxaca"

Oaxaca Lending Library is a multi-facet facility serving the needs of expatriates living in Oaxaca, or visiting for a while. It promotes Oaxacan charitable causes.

Oaxaca's markets are filled with mezcal, chocolate, bbq grasshoppers, handicrafts, and a regional dress and attitude that draws visitors from around the world.

Mundo Ceiba A.C. is a multi-facet Mexican institution which since early 2009 has been promoting safe bicycle riding in Oaxaca.

Each of the three main touring routes leading out of the City of Oaxaca, towards the west and north, is blessed with a good, safe reliable restaurant.

For an upcoming visit to Oaxaca, if planning to make purchases to take home, why not bring down some used clothing in that extra suitcase, to help the needy.

The myth of the seven moles of Oaxaca is exposed, within the context of an enlightening essay about mole verde or green mole, culminating with a native chef's recipe.

Buying from children on the streets of Oaxaca may at first instance appear to be the right thing to do, providing needed assistance. But is poverty being perpetuated?

Oaxaca Bar / Cantina El Paseo has good food and modern ambiance, and is perfect for the middle class and those in their thirties or older. Hightest cudos, great prices.

Renting a car in Oaxaca, or driving one's own vehicle in Oaxaca, is wrought with pitfalls and dangers. In the end, there are advisable alternatives. Driver beware.

Considerations when renting an apartment or house in Oaxaca are different than pondering a one-week commitment to lodge in a hotel or bed & breakfast accommodation.

There are two exceptional restaurants along Highway 190, along the traditional touring route encompassing Santa María el Tule, Teotitlán del Valle and Tlacolula.

While Oaxaca contains several weekly markets in the towns surrounding the state capital, the marketplaces at Tlacolula on Sunday and Ocotlán on Friday get highest marks.

With dwindling nest eggs, Americans and Canadians must rethink early retirement plans. However, retiring in Oaxaca, Mexico, breathes new life into the old ideal.

Eating on the street and in markets in Oaxaca can be risky. But indulging in ice cream, sherbet and other frozen delights on Oaxacan streets is generally safe.

Hierve el Agua, Oaxaca, is one of the least visited tourist sights in Oaxaca, yet provides a fascinating experience for nature lovers, hikers and photographers.

The area around Oaxaca is known for great birding, in addition to unique crafts and archeology. Nearby villages like San Pablo Etla offer remarkable birding as well.

The towns and villages of Oaxaca's central valleys where synthetically dyed cotton is woven into fine textiles are easilly accessible: tablecloths, embroidery & more.

While not as large or impressive as the Sunday Tlacolula market, the marketplaces at Zaachila and Etla nevertheless are thoroughly enjoyable, and have their advantages.

A family co-operative in the rug making town of Teotitlán del Valle, Oaxaca, is using a sustainable living model in its efforts to preserve its traditions & livelihood.

The Zapotec ruin of Mitla, in the Mexican state of Oaxaca, is one of the most fascinating Mesoamerican pre-Hispanic structures, yet remains in the Monte Albán shadow.

The development of the black pottery, or barro negro style in Oaxaca, has its roots in the village of San Bartolo Coyotepec, and the innovative technique of Doña Rosa.

A thriving community of artists has grown up in Oaxaca, Mexico around "Maestro" Francisco Toledo. Hopping from exhibition to exhibition is a Oaxacan weekend pasttime.

Within the context of a one-week visit to the City of Oaxaca, it's often difficult deciding which market(s) to visit. It's now been made a little easier.

For Mexico travelers who prefer a more authentic or one-of-a-kind hotel experience over a chain hotel, the Mexican cities of Oaxaca and Tulum offer great choices.

While most people associate Mole ("mo-lay") with chocolate, this is not a dessert, nor even sweet. Mole comes from the Nahuatl Indian word "molli" which means sauce.

Mexico's El Árbol del Tule, or the Tule Tree, is one of the largest known trees in the world and is believed to be between 2000 and 3000 years old.

In the Preclassic era, obsidian was used for creating ear spools, tools and jewerly. Earspools therefore, became a popular motif on Aztec and Toltec figurines.

Many Mexican recipes use local cheeses from the region, but not all of them are available in every grocery store. Here's an easy guide to Mexico's cheese and substitutes.

Short biography of the painter, printmaker and sculptor Rufino Tamayo, known for his striking works and large collection of Pre-Columbian artifacts.

Tlayudas are a great Mexican street food you can serve at parties or as a light dinner that is sure to please everyone in the room. An impressive step up from nachos.

Mexican budget and low-cost airlines offer cheap discount fares on flights from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to destinations including Mexico City, Guadalajara, Monterrey, Leon.

Cheap and discount airfares are available for flying from Mexico City International Airport to Mexican destinations including Acapulco, Cancun, Merida, Tijuana, Veracruz.

During the 80s, eight Mexican sites were added to the UNESCO World Heritage List. These cultural and natural sites bear testimony to Mexico's rich history and diversity.

Forty years ago the village of Teotitlán was just dirt streets and basic houses with earth floors, outdoor kitchens and outhouses and very little electricity.

Former president Benito Juárez is seen by most Mexicans as the saviour of the country. Recently, however, this controversial figure has come under the spotlight.

Cheap tickets and airfares are available on low-cost airlines flying to Guadalajara from Mexican destinations such as Mexico City, Mexicali, Monterrey, Tijuana, Cancún.

Mexican cuisine can be roughly divided into three culinary regions: Northern, Central, and Southern. While similar, each region is defined by certain localized ingredient

Smoked chile peppers, generically called chipotles, originated in ancient Mexico thousands of years ago. Most are smoked red jalapenos, and they add flavor and heat.

King Crab Traditionally Paired With Melted Butter Gets a Fashionable Update in This "Crabby Patty" Quesadilla.

Beating hot chocolate with a wire whisk yields a smooth cup of cocoa filled with great flavor. This easy cocoa recipe is a perfect treat for Valentine's Day!

Mole is one of the most revered and feared recipes from Mexico because of its complex flavors and its intimidating ingredients list. We've made it easy.

Sopa Azteca is a staple of Mexican culture and cuisine with as many variations as cooks. It's simple to make, and a joy to eat.

The Zapatista army (EZLN) is marching to San Cristobal de las Casas today to announce the next phase of their campaign against the Mexican government.

A decades-old problem, violence caused by drug lords is now a concern too large for tourists to ignore. As gunfights erupt in daylight, travelers don't have to stay home.

Cancun, Mexico has become a travel hub even if you're not vacationing there. Cheap flights abound and a 5day stay may be cheaper than a one way ticket elsewhere.

Cheap tickets and low airfares are available on Mexican low-cost airlines flying to Acapulco Airport (ACA) from Mexico City, Toluca, Puebla, Monterrey, and Guadalajara.

Cheap and discount airline tickets are available to travelers in Mexico flying to Cancun (CUN) and other Mexican destinations such as Mexico City, Toluca, and Chiapas.

The Fairtrade movement stems from a concern of the inequality of traditional forms of international trade.

The first female photojournalist in Mexico, Lola Alvarez Bravo bravely claimed her own voice and a place in the history of photography.

This simple recipe is great for hot days or Mexican fiestas.