Articles: Harrods is transformed for the Holiday season
As the holiday season approaches, Dior has created The Fabulous World of Dior, a spectacular presentation illuminating the hallowed halls of the world-famous Harrods department store. Read more about it here. ... Read more
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Articles: Huatulco: An Underrated Mexican Destination
Huatulco, Mexico is not so much a single destination as it is a region. The actual name of this area along Oaxaca's rugged coastline is Bahías de Huatulco, or Bays of Huatulco. That's because this popular tourist destination is spread across nine bays that carve the southern coastline of Mexico's state of ... Read more
Articles: Jacaranda flowers paint Mexico City purple in the spring
Before summer begins, there are some places where you can still enjoy these flowers. This species arrived in Mexico in 1932 and managed to adapt. The Japanese gardener Tatsurgoro Matsumoto brought it from Brazil, commissioned by President Pascual Ortiz Rubio, as an initiative to add color to spring. Read more h... Read more
Articles: Ikea will pay you to get its old furniture back
Yes, you read correctly! Of course, the furniture must be fully assembled and fully functional. If you are looking to redesign your home, this is a great option! Read here the list of returnable items included in the Buy Back & Resell program across its 37 US stores.... Read more
Articles: Met Museum Names a Mexican Architect to Lead a New Major Project
The Metropolitan Museum of Art picked Mexican architect Frida Escobedo for $500m revamp of the Modern and contemporary art wing. Escobedo will be the first woman to design a wing at the museum, and she was chosen over candidates including David Chipperfield, Ensamble Studio and other important firms. Read more about it ... Read more
Articles: Five romantic destinations in Mexico
Every day we have more and more wonderful places to visit. Despite the pandemic, the tourist attractions in Mexico continue to grow. Important hotel chains are expanding and providing the highest level of services to their guests. Check out some recommendations and pick one for you... Read more
Articles: Valentine’s day in Mexico
Mexico holds an extensive collection of ancient myths and legends that revolve around love stories, and to celebrate Valentine’s Day, here are two of the most beautiful love tales. The first one is the Mexican volcano legend and the second is a Mayan tale that became a tradition. ... Read more
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Articles: Super Bowl Time!
In Mexico, according to Statista.com, more than 12 million people watched the 2020 Super Bowl — about 10% of the total population! This year we are excited waiting for the big day. As you may already know, Mexican culture revolves around food, and the Super Bowl is no exception. Enjoy Super Bowl Sunday with... Read more
Articles: February fairs and festivals: plenty happening in a short month
February may be the shortest month of the year, but it is full of events, including food fairs and electronic music festivals. You can read all about it here. Starting on February 9th, Zona Maco, considered the most important contemporary art fair in Latin America, will open its doors. A ... Read more
Articles: Christmas in Mexico
In Mexico, Christmas isn’t a one-time event. It’s a full month of celebrations, marked with family feasts and lots of piñatas. Starting on 12 December and lasting until 6 January, Christmas celebrations in Mexico have their own flair. There are candle-lit processions, elaborate nativity scenes, Spanish Christmas carols, dancing and fireworks. While traditions like Christmas t... Read more
Articles: Christmas Shopping in Mexico City
For stylish shopping and design-forward boutiques featuring handcrafted jewelry and hand-stitched blouses, come to Mexico City. Here is a great list of 10 of the best spots to snag great gifts for the holidays. ... Read more
Articles: Fashion show focuses on sustainability and Inclusion
While at first glance it may seem that there is little place in haute couture for sustainability and social inclusion, the fifth annual Moda Intramuros (Fashion Within City Walls) show in Campeche aimed to prove that there can be plenty of room for such ideals — with some commitment from those in the fashion industry. The fashion show, which features the longest catwalk in Mexic... Read more
Articles: Design Week Mexico!
Since 2009, Design Week Mexico has been an organization that promotes and contributes to the local design scene. ... Read more
Articles: Where to Shop!
If you want to see what is trending in retail, Take a look at some of the hippest places to shop in the La Roma neighborhood of Mexico City. ... Read more
Articles: A Different Kind of Retail
In Cholula retail is bouncing back. It may not look like the retail you are thinking about but this tianguis, the traditional Aztec market, possibly the oldest in Mexico, returned this month after closing for COVID. It was the first time this ancient market has closed in it's long history. That the art of buying, selling and bartering ... Read more
Articles: Synthesizing Color
Combining so many of the things that inspire us, We Eat Color seeks a synthesis of the senses, fusing gastronomy, art, music, performance, and philanthropy, to create an exceptional experience. ... Read more
Articles: Google Arts and Culture site features Tastes of Mexico
Our newest favorite website explores the Tastes of Mexico and so much more! Take some time and explore! ... Read more
Articles: Exploring Mexico on Foot!
If you are an outdoor enthusiast Mexico offers more than just great beaches. Climb into the incredible culture, exotic terrain, and unbelievable beauty of volcanoes, mountains, valleys and forests on a hiking adventure in Mexico! Our fav... Read more
Articles: Magic Town‘s Mosaics
Mexico’s Pueblos Mágicos (Magical Towns) tourism promotion program has been a phenomenal success, introducing city dwellers to small rural towns. Zacatlán de las Manzanas, in the north of Puebla, is home to quaint houses and a massive church and monastery complex. One thing that sets it apart is that it is home to a growing series of mo... Read more
Articles: Hanging on by a Thread
As cauldrons boil on the open patio, Juana Gutiérrez creates visible magic as fibers, along with her hands, turn all kin... Read more
Articles: Intermoda signals recovery
Intermoda, one of the largest fashion trade shows in Latin America, returned last week signaling the revitalizing of the industry. This event, taking place in January and July, features over 500 conpanies and 700 global brands. READ MORE &... Read more
Articles: Mexican Retail on the Rise.
Mexico's retail sector grew 2.3% in the first half of 2021, compared to the same period last year. However, sales remain 6.3% below the same period in 2019, prior to the pandemic. Read More ... Read more
Articles: Art as the Messenger
Her art has a message. Paola Delfín uses her large scale murals to spread cultural, environmental and social commentary. Read more about how her creations help lift up the communities where they are created. ... Read more
Articles: Tourism Rebounds-Hotel Industry Grows
The tourism economy in Mexico is rebounding and the hotel industry remains optimistic that post-covid travelers will continue to flock to Mexico. Hilton is one chain betting on the growth. ... Read more
Articles: Mexico exports the things you love
Mexico is known for many things. Art, culture, color, beautiful beaches and historic cities. But no surprise that the foods you love come from here too. Tequila, Avocados, beer and peppers top the list of goods Mexico shares with the world! ... Read more
Articles: Hyatt expanding Mexican footprint
In the next year or two, the company plans to open a Thompson complex in Monterrey and two hotels in Mexico City and Los Cabos belonging to its ultra-upscale brand Park Hyatt. Another Unbound Collection hotel is planned for Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, by 2025. ... Read more
Articles: A Haven for Chocolate and Coffee
In beverage form, Cholocate has had an important place in Mesoamerican cultures long before the arrival of the Spanish. After the... Read more
Articles: Organic Inspiration-Design by Senosiain
Architect Javier Senosiain, 73, is Mexico’s leading proponent of so-called “organic architecture,” a concept popularized in the U.S. in the early 20th century by Frank Lloyd Wright, sought to place his buildings in a harmonious balance with their natural habitat. Senosiain’s work anticipated the interest in bi... Read more
Articles: Crowdfunding Hospitality?
We may associate crowdfunding with independent projects in the arts and music industry, and in campaigns for social causes. Production companies, artists and non-profits use this type of platform to raise money for their sometimes hard to underwrite projects. But actually the biggest winner ... Read more
Articles: Logistical issues, Sustainability and Swedish Meatballs
IKEA opened its first every location in Mexico which had its challenges, and its perks! The store includes 570 solar panels, a rainwater collection system and all LED light systems and has obtained the LEED Gold certification. The first store opening for a brand is always a big undertaking but they did it while navigating COVID. ... Read more
Articles: Reaching the Mexican Shopper
Mexico's online shopping is growing during the pandemic. Retailers will need to step up the CX game if they intend to compete. The Mexican shopper is extremely loyal so brands have an opportunity to capture and keep the growing middle class shopper if they learn their habits and preferences. According to Santander Trade, price quality and practicality are still the drivers of th... Read more