How Lila Downs is changing the perception of indigenous women
Growing up in Mexico without an indigenous woman role model meant I didn’t see women of indigenous descent who were…
Posts Tagged 'Mexico'
Cinco de Mayo – Commemorating Mexico’s victory against French Imperialism
Perhaps one of the most celebrated adopted holidays in the United States and one that is often misunderstood is the…
Zacahuil – an ancient culinary tradition of the Huastec peoples
One of my fondest memories of the Husteca Potosina, the Huastec region of Mexico, is savoring the famous zacahuil, the…
How we celebrate Día de los Muertos in San Luis Potosí
Towards the end of October, my grandmother made preparations for this special holiday, Día de los Muertos (Day of the…
Los Voladores de Papantla Ritual
The legend says that many years ago, there was a severe drought in Totonacapan which caused much havoc and cost…
The Dance of the Birdmen – The History and Legend behind the Voladores de Papantla
As the men walk in a single file with their heads bowed down as a sign of respect to the…
Chichén Itzá in Six Minutes
This video comes from my latest trip to Chichén Itzá. The animals and plants in these pictures here were…
My Visit to Chichén Itzá with a Maya Tour Guide
My much-awaited dream of one day standing next to the majestic Chichén Itzá pyramid in Yucatán Mexico finally came true…
Las Pozas Xilitla
Take some time and enjoy this video featuring the magical world of Sir Edward James. Whenever I watch this I…
Lila Downs: Ambassador of Mexican Culture
Watching Lila Downs perform live was more than I expected. As a new Lila Downs’ fan I had no idea…
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