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Calaveritas Literarias: The Poems of Día de Muertos
Have you ever heard of calaveritas literarias? If not, you’re in for a fun discovery! These are playful, satirical poems that Mexicans write each year during Día de Muertos... Read More...
Monarch Butterflies, Spirits of Día de Muertos
Each fall, as Día de Muertos approaches, millions of Monarch butterflies arrive in central Mexico. For many, this migration of butterflies is believed to carry the souls of ancestors returning to visit loved ones... Read More...
10 Misconceptions about Día de Muertos
Given its deep-rooted significance, it’s important to address the misconceptions about Día de Muertos, especially as the celebration becomes more visible to audiences outside of Mexico... Read more...
Sugar Skulls: The Sweet Symbol of Día de Muertos
But what exactly are sugar skulls, and where did this unique tradition come from? The tradition of using skulls in rituals dates back to ancient Mesoamerica, long before the arrival of the Spanish... Read more...
Flor de Calabaza (Squash Blossom) Tacos
For many Mexicans, flor de calabaza is a beloved ingredient, and you’ll find it in local markets, especially when it’s in season. Street food vendors often sell quesadillas de flor de calabaza, where the flower is folded into a warm tortilla with... Read more...
The Legend of Aztlán: The Birth of an Empire
Deep within Mexican mythology lies the story of Aztlán, believed to be the original home of the Aztec people, later known as the Mexica. This civilization would go on to establish Tenochtitlán... Read more...
