Maya Culture
The Mighty Huano
Huano or Guano? Learn about this traditional Yucatecan plant and its practical uses, from crafts and...
Traditions and Customs
Sleep Like a Yucatecan
If you are Yucatecan you are most certainly familiar with the hammock. If you’re not a Yucatecan, yo...
Maya Culture
Maya "Bone-Setters" or "Massage Therapists"
Explore the traditional healing practices of Maya "Bone-Setters" and "Massage Therapists", who use i...
Life in Yucatán
Tomar el Fresco: Porch Sitting, Yucatecan Style
The charming Yucatecan tradition of tomar el fresco, porch sitting and enjoying the breeze, learn th...
Maya Culture
How is the Maya blue pigment made?
Get to know the fascinating process of creating the vibrant azul maya pigment in Yucatán, from its r...
Maya Culture
True to the Essence: The Maya Kitchen and Its Cultural Significance
Explore the Maya kitchen, and discover the fusion of ancient flavors, traditions, and the challenges...
Gastronomy
Crema Morisca: What does that strange pink ice cream taste like?
Discover the intriguing taste of Crema Morisca, a classic and mysterious pink ice cream. Dive into i...
Culture
The Simple and Humble Jícara Calabash
Discover the rich tradition and versatility of the Jícara in Yucatán culture. Learn about its origin...
Traditions and Customs
Yucatecan Traditions: Vaquería and Jarana
Two notable traditions of the Yucatecan people are the “jarana” and “vaquería”. They go inevitably h...
