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Mérida’s 2nd periférico and what it could mean for the region
Plans to build a second ring road around Mérida have been floating about for years. But now that the initiative has been approved, residents of Yucatán’s largest city and surrounding communities ask, “How will this affect me?” As they are…
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Mérida’s 2nd periférico and what it could mean for the region
Plans to build a second ring road around Mérida have been floating about for years. But now that the initiative has been approved, residents of Yucatán’s largest city and surrounding communities ask, “How will this affect me?” As they are currently drawn, the boundaries of Mérida’s second periférico ring would surround parts or the entirety of several other municipalities,…
Mexicana a de Aviación faces big challenges after 1st year
The state-owned Mexicana de Aviación is struggling to maintain operations just over a year after its launch, facing financial difficulties, legal challenges, and operational…
Best of Yucatán: Wellness and Beauty
We asked our readers to vote on their favorite places in Yucatán to relax, feel better and look great. Over 4,000 readers replied. Here…
Eastern flavors are at home amid Mérida’s flourishing Asian food scene
Determined to venture beyond our comfort zone, we headed north to explore the culinary landscape outside Centro. Our journey led us to two hidden…
Yucatan’s MACAY museum crisis deepens as artists declare institution ‘extinct’
The Ateneo de Yucatán Museum of Contemporary Art (MACAY) finds itself at a crossroads, with government officials and local artists presenting contrasting visions for…
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Mérida Open makes historic jump to WTA 500 status
The Yucatan tennis landscape is about to transform as the Mérida Open Akron advances to…
Chichén Itzá Airport shows signs of revival as more tourists arrive
The Chichén Itzá Airport shows renewed activity in Yucatán’s Kaua municipality. The facility already handles…
The birth of the sandwichón: A Yucatan party tradition
It’s not really a sandwich, not really a cake. Few stories capture the spirit of…
Fire & spirit: A night of Mexican whisky
At an open-fire restaurant in Mérida, five native spirits prove corn’s newest calling The late…
Recipes from Jeremiah Tower: Mezcal makes it better
Enjoying a sunset by the pool at our oceanside apartment in Puerto Vallarta, we were…
Marcelo Chic’s Spring 2025 runway show dazzles and ends with a proposal
On a night brimming with wows and ovations, the gathered fashionistas feasted on the visual…
Building harmony: An architect’s vision for the future
Architecture is both an art and a science, requiring a sense of balance, responsibility, and…
More visitors from the Arabian Peninsula are expected soon in Cancún
Qatar Airways has announced plans to resume flights to Mexico City, with connections to Cancún,…
Food | Dining | Entertaining
Jeremiah Tower’s never-ending search for something better
The legendary American chef champions technique over Instagram hype in Yucatán’s evolving food scene
Eastern flavors are at home amid Mérida’s flourishing Asian food scene
Determined to venture beyond our comfort zone, we headed north to explore the culinary landscape…
Inmates bake 1,300-foot Rosca de Reyes to celebrate holiday with families
The Mérida Social Rehabilitation Center (CERESO) hosted a gathering where inmates, their families, and authorities…
The birth of the sandwichón: A Yucatan party tradition
It’s not really a sandwich, not really a cake. Few stories capture the spirit of…
Fire & spirit: A night of Mexican whisky
At an open-fire restaurant in Mérida, five native spirits prove corn’s newest calling The late…
In Case You Missed it
From the soil to the table: A journey through Mestiza de Indias
Gonzalo Samaranch has always had a deep passion for food. His passion for culinary experiences led him to create Mestiza…
Laura Kirar’s Moroccan moment at Hacienda Subin
In her own words, Hacienda Subin co-owner Laura Kirar dissects the details of her newly finished Morocco Room When I…
Monica Rezman’s harmonious blend of art, architecture, and light comes to life
Artist Monica Rezman’s transition to Mérida was prompted by the growing challenges of maintaining her Chicago home while frequently traveling…
Don’t go for the perfect fitness plan at the expense of a good one that you’ll actually stick with
Long-term health and fitness aren’t about following trends or doing what others say is “the best” exercise. It’s about consistency…
Tren Maya now connects Playa del Carmen, Tulum and Felipe Carrillo Puerto
Starting Friday, Sept. 20, the Tren Maya, or Maya Train, will begin operating sections 5 and 6, connecting Playa del…
Target entering Mexico? Officials deny the rumor
Target, the famous American department store chain, put an end to rumors online that they are opening stores Mexico. The…
Video: Enjoy preparing your own Chiles en Nogada with your friends
Chiles en Nogada are not difficult to make, but they are time-consuming. Only poblano peppers have the right flavor. The…
The importance of cancer prevention and what is holding Yucatán back
Cancer remains a leading cause of death worldwide, with cervical cancer being one of the most preventable yet still one…
‘Blink Twice,’ a must-see for Yucatán filmgoers, earns raves as debut nears
The psychological thriller “Blink Twice,” Zoë Kravitz’s directorial debut, has intrigued critics. “A seriously effective, incisive thriller which establishes Zoë…
Living outside the US is no excuse not to vote: Here are resources
For U.S. citizens living in Mexico, there can be a sense of helplessness when observing the political process from afar…
Featured Articles
Mérida Open makes historic jump to WTA 500 status
The Yucatan tennis landscape is about to transform as the Mérida Open Akron advances to…
Chichén Itzá Airport shows signs of revival as more tourists arrive
The Chichén Itzá Airport shows renewed activity in Yucatán’s Kaua municipality. The facility already handles…
The birth of the sandwichón: A Yucatan party tradition
It’s not really a sandwich, not really a cake. Few stories capture the spirit of…
Fire & spirit: A night of Mexican whisky
At an open-fire restaurant in Mérida, five native spirits prove corn’s newest calling The late…
Marcelo Chic’s Spring 2025 runway show dazzles and ends with a proposal
On a night brimming with wows and ovations, the gathered fashionistas feasted on the visual…
Building harmony: An architect’s vision for the future
Architecture is both an art and a science, requiring a sense of balance, responsibility, and…
More visitors from the Arabian Peninsula are expected soon in Cancún
Qatar Airways has announced plans to resume flights to Mexico City, with connections to Cancún,…
Mérida architect presents his book at library meet-and-greet
In the new book Architecture: Weakness and Strength, Mérida architect Francisco Javier Sánchez Román describes…
Food | Dining | Entertaining
Jeremiah Tower’s never-ending search for something better
The legendary American chef champions technique over Instagram hype in Yucatán’s evolving food scene
Eastern flavors are at home amid Mérida’s flourishing Asian food scene
Determined to venture beyond our comfort zone, we headed north to explore the culinary landscape…
Inmates bake 1,300-foot Rosca de Reyes to celebrate holiday with families
The Mérida Social Rehabilitation Center (CERESO) hosted a gathering where inmates, their families, and authorities…
The birth of the sandwichón: A Yucatan party tradition
It’s not really a sandwich, not really a cake. Few stories capture the spirit of…
Fire & spirit: A night of Mexican whisky
At an open-fire restaurant in Mérida, five native spirits prove corn’s newest calling The late…
In Case You Missed it
From the soil to the table: A journey through Mestiza de Indias
Gonzalo Samaranch has always had a deep passion for food. His passion for culinary experiences led him to create Mestiza…
Laura Kirar’s Moroccan moment at Hacienda Subin
In her own words, Hacienda Subin co-owner Laura Kirar dissects the details of her newly finished Morocco Room When I…
Monica Rezman’s harmonious blend of art, architecture, and light comes to life
Artist Monica Rezman’s transition to Mérida was prompted by the growing challenges of maintaining her Chicago home while frequently traveling…
Don’t go for the perfect fitness plan at the expense of a good one that you’ll actually stick with
Long-term health and fitness aren’t about following trends or doing what others say is “the best” exercise. It’s about consistency…
Tren Maya now connects Playa del Carmen, Tulum and Felipe Carrillo Puerto
Starting Friday, Sept. 20, the Tren Maya, or Maya Train, will begin operating sections 5 and 6, connecting Playa del…
Target entering Mexico? Officials deny the rumor
Target, the famous American department store chain, put an end to rumors online that they are opening stores Mexico. The…
Video: Enjoy preparing your own Chiles en Nogada with your friends
Chiles en Nogada are not difficult to make, but they are time-consuming. Only poblano peppers have the right flavor. The…
The importance of cancer prevention and what is holding Yucatán back
Cancer remains a leading cause of death worldwide, with cervical cancer being one of the most preventable yet still one…
‘Blink Twice,’ a must-see for Yucatán filmgoers, earns raves as debut nears
The psychological thriller “Blink Twice,” Zoë Kravitz’s directorial debut, has intrigued critics. “A seriously effective, incisive thriller which establishes Zoë…
Living outside the US is no excuse not to vote: Here are resources
For U.S. citizens living in Mexico, there can be a sense of helplessness when observing the political process from afar…