Zócalo Blog
Hand Painted Pottery: Mexican Art Made Ceramic
In Mexico there is a craft that is a true artform and a tradition of cultural pride: pottery. Mexican pottery is internationally recognized for its great artistic, cultural, and historical value. The work that these dedicated craftsmen do... Read more...
Valentina, the Mexican Mulan, inspiration for the famous hot sauce!
Valentina Ramírez Avitia, the "Mexican Mulán", heroine of the Revolution whose name gave rise to the famous hot sauce all Mexicans love and recognize... Read More...
Salsa Macha: peanut, sesame seeds, and red chile salsa
Salsa macha is a delicious and somewhat spicy sauce that absolutely goes perfectly with everything. Originally from the state of Veracruz, this is... Read more...
Tlaxcala Fireflies: A Summer Spectacle of Light
Discover the firefly sanctuary in Tlaxcala. With the arrival of summer, the small town of Nanacamilpa, a charming forest in the state of Tlaxcala, offers a fairytale experience... Read more...
Tequila Vs. Mezcal, What's the Difference?
Mezcal and tequila… two alcoholic beverages of Mexican tradition that, at first, may appear to be the same, but that are indeed very different in more than one way... Read more...
Collectivo Avilés: The talent behind Xalitla Art
Join us as we introduce Samuel Aviles’ story who, together with his family, founded a small workshop that proudly presents the colorful and vibrant Xalitla legacies that their ancestors... Read More...