Traditions and Customs
The Wildflowers of Yucatán: The Stars of the Day of the Dead
Wildflowers of Yucatán: protagonists on the Janal Pixan altars. Discover the flowers that give color...
Gastronomy
All about Pib, a traditional Yucatecan Day of the Dead dish
Everything there is to know about this delicious Yucatecan dish, a staple of the Janal Pixan season:...
Traditions and Customs
The 2026 Festival of Souls: A Living Tradition in Mérida
From October 24 to November 2, 2026, Mérida prepares processions of souls, fairs, art exhibits, and ...
Activities
Janal Pixan, Day of the Dead or Finados: What’s the Difference?
Have you heard about the Janal Pixan, the Day of the Dead in Yucatán? Is it Janal or Hanal Pixan? Wh...
Gastronomy
An authentic recipe for Yucatán’s mukbilpollo or pib—for beginners
Make your own Pib or Mukbilpollo (Día de Muertos tamal) from scratch: detailed instructions on how t...
Maya Culture
The Authentic Practices of Days of Finados or Janal Pixan
Learn the traditions of the Maya on Days of Finados, the true purpose of altars and offerings, and t...
Gastronomy
Miniature fruit: Yucatecan pumpkin seed marzipan
Everything you need to know about Yucatecan zapotitos or marzipans, what they’re made of, how to mak...
Activities
Janal Pixan or Day of the Dead Altars in Yucatán
A full guide to make your own authentic Janal Pixan altar: what it’s supposed to feature, what it’s ...
Maya Culture
Janal Pixan celebrations in Yucatán villages: Xocén and Tabi
Join us to learn how Janal Pixan is celebrated in Xocén and Tabi, two towns with very different trad...
