They say the neon lights are bright on Broadway. That’s true in Oaxaca, Mexico too, perhaps no more so than in July when the annual Guelaguetza Festival kicks into high gear. An explosion of color, culture, dance and excitement lights up this magical city in an indescribable way. The streets […]
Brand… Wahaka Category… Joven Espadin Origin… San Dionesio Ocotepec, Oaxaca Tasting Notes… Sweet nose with very little heat, signature mineral character joined by pleasant citrusy notes with a touch of smoke on the aftertaste that went on for several minutes. The taste was pleasant and full, mostly concentrated in the […]
The tlayuda sometimes spelled clayuda, is a handmade traditional Mexican dish consisting of a large, thin, crunchy, partially fried or toasted tortilla covered with a spread of refried beans, asiento, lettuce or cabbage, avocado, meat, Oaxacan cheese and salsa. But the above description from Wikipedia is like saying Willie Mays […]
You don’t very often find the food at many beach resorts something to write home about. Then again, Celeste Beach Residence and Spa in Huatulco, Oaxaca is not your average beach resort. That becomes evident the moment you arrive and are met by the property concierge whose job it is […]
It doesn’t take you long to figure out that a meal at Rick Bayless’ Frontera Grill in Chicago is going to be different from your local taqueria. The moment you drive up you are met by the valet and then instantly you find yourself inside a different type of Mexican […]
Okay, so I’ve been in Oaxaca a few days. It’s my first return since August and like a swallow returning to Capistrano, I always have a sense of rebirth when I return. Perhaps it is the sun, or the people, but in any event, returning as I do annually after […]
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