Category Archives: Mexico

‘Three Die After Being Killed.’ Lessons in Print Journalism

Posted on June 4, 2013 by

Print is not dead. It will only be dead when somebody actually goes and shoot it to death. Got it? Hat tip: @tropicarlitos    

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Just What This Blogger Needed: A Taco Encyclopedia

Posted on June 2, 2013 by

For those of you who still think tacos look like this, there’s literary aid coming your way. Mexican editor Déborah Holtz last night was in Manhattan, presenting La Tacopedia, the result of a five-year taco research documenting everything you’ll ever need to … Continue reading →

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Aeroméxico Might Want to Change its Name to ‘IronMéxico’

Posted on May 11, 2013 by

It is no secret that international air travel is undergoing a severe financial crisis; with fuel costing a lot of money and all. But airline owners are a creative bunch and have found “innovative” ways to make additional cash, including … Continue reading →

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This Internet Cafe in Pipioltepec has the Best Name. Ever

Posted on May 7, 2013 by

Yes, there is a place called Santa María Pipioltepec in the State of Mexico. And yes, Mi blog es tu blog has a correspondent there. Well, sort of.

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It’s Cinco de Mayo! Time to Mix Drinks That Make no Sense

Posted on May 4, 2013 by

I hate Cinco de Mayo in the U.S., not so much because it’s a reminder of how clueless people are about Mexican history, but because it is also the time to market some of the stupidest, senseless food & drink concoctions … Continue reading →

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Wyandotte to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo on Cuatro de Mayo

Posted on April 19, 2013 by

How many Mexicans does it take to organize a Cinco de Mayo party in Wyandotte, Michigan? Apparently, zero. [I'm sure my people would have seriously objected to holding a May 5th celebration on May 4th.] Too bad organizers didn’t consult … Continue reading →

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Congressman Uncovers Mexi-Muslim Connection

Posted on April 18, 2013 by

And you thought politicians were a bunch of good for nothings… In the latest development concerning the Mexi-Muslim threat, Rep. Louie Gohmert (R-TX) is now saying that this week’s bombings of the Boston Marathon should give pause to immigration reform advocates who … Continue reading →

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Mexican Barbie Is Documented; Comes with Passport

Posted on April 8, 2013 by

The folks over at Mattel are so smart, that not only they have come up with a Mexican Barbie, but they have given her all the possible tools to go around the U.S. the world undisturbed. In addition to a … Continue reading →

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Mexicans Celebrate Pothole’s Birthday with Cake and Balloons

Posted on April 5, 2013 by

I love my people. Seriously. I do. Where else but in Mexico would a crowd gather to celebrate a pothole’s first year anniversary with balloons and birthday cake? The celebration worked though, and as you can see, the local authorities quickly … Continue reading →

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It’s National Paella Day! [and I Have No Idea Why]

Posted on March 27, 2013 by

I just woke up to the news that March 27 is National Paella Day in the U.S., yet another reminder of the weirdness of living in a country obsessed with bizarre celebrations and holidays. But, as they say, when in … Continue reading →

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Benito Juárez, in Very Good Company

Posted on March 22, 2013 by

I decided to make an impromptu visit to my family in Mexico City this week. My first outting this morning was to the neighborhood “papelería.” My 9-year-old nephew needed a Pritt and to bind his homework. I bought a Tin … Continue reading →

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Benedict XVI to Surrender Ring; Keep Mexican Shoes

Posted on February 26, 2013 by

UPDATE: Thanks to my followers I learned Benedict will not necessarily wear his Mexican shoes on his last day (Feb. 28) but will “definitely” keep them upon his retirement. The Vatican today announced Benedict XVI will lose the Swiss Guard, … Continue reading →

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‘The Guardian’ Uses Sombrero to Illustrate Story About Cycling in Mexico, Because, Why Not?

Posted on February 18, 2013 by

NOTE to British writers/bloggers for The Guardian: When unsure about how to  illustrate a story (or stories) regarding Mexico, Latin America or some other such place, go with a hat (any hat, really) and stay on the safe side. Cordially, … Continue reading →

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These Tacos Will Make your Belly Explode

Posted on December 31, 2012 by

Sadly, they don’t sell ‘gringas’ there… Photo: Laura Martínez (Mexico City, Dec. 30, 2012)

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Peña Nieto to Meet Obama on Tuesday. This Blogger Will Secure Proper ‘Subtituleishon’

Posted on November 27, 2012 by

As everybody already knows, Mexico’s President elect Enrique Peña Nieto on Tuesday will visit President Barack Obama at the White House. But despite all the good vibes and buena onda around this visit, I’m genuinely worried about Mr. Peña Nieto’s poor … Continue reading →

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