Gastronomy
Achiote (Annatto), From the Tree to Your...
Achiote (k'uxub) / Anatto seeds: Essential red seasoning (recado rojo) of Mayan...
Destinations
Pueblos Mágicos or Magical Towns
The state of Yucatán has many places that I would consider magical, but only four are recognized as ...
Maya Culture
The Maya and their Hair
It was a punishment for a Maya to have his or her hair cut. Both men and women wore their thick, bla...
Maya Culture
Xibalbá and the Maya View of Death
How did the ancient Maya view death? For them, the cycle of death could be seen everywhere. What exa...
Maya Culture
Maya Millennial Secrets of the Moon
The moon is one of the most enigmatic and important elements in Mayan mythology, so much so that a c...
Beaches
Alacranes Reef
Located 100 km. due north of Progreso at Lat./Long. 22.5 / -89.7 it is always a spectacular surprise...
Spice up Your Life With Yucatán’s Flavorful Recados
There is something magical and unique about Yucatecan cuisine, but when it comes to home-style cooki...
Gastronomy
Five Markets and their Top-Rated Dishes
Some fall by the wayside, others become classics and even destinations in their own right. The best ...
Maya Culture
Maya Names and Dynasties
For thousands of years, Maya kings ruled Yucatan. And when I say kings, yes, I mean kings in the plu...
Hidden Corners of Mérida
Every city has some lesser known points of interest or "hidden corners", here are five favorites in ...
