A day in Colonia Juarez
A neighborhood guide to Colonia Juárez in 2025 — the best restaurants, shops, independent theaters, and wellness spots in Mexico City’s most transformed neighborhood.
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A guide to Mexico City neighborhoods
An updated guide to Mexico City’s neighborhoods in 2025 — Roma Norte, Condesa, the transformed Colonia Juárez, Polanco, Narvarte, Coyoacán, the Centro Histórico, and more.
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Where to find the best tacos al pastor in Mexico City
n updated guide to tacos al pastor in Mexico City — from the legendary El Vilcito in Narvarte to La Casa del Pastor.
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Mexico, a Gringa and the Day of the Dead
This year, the celebration of Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) was bittersweet. For one, it’s been two years since I was last in Mexico for this holiday. For another, it’s the first celebration since the passing of a very young family member. It’s also the first for me since the passing of my…
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Best Romantic Restaurants in Mexico City — Where Locals Go
The best restaurants for a romantic dinner in Mexico City — intimate spots for anniversaries, date nights, and special occasions. Personal recommendations, no tourist traps.
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Cancun Beyond the All-Inclusive
I’ve spent my fair share of time in Cancun and the Riviera Maya; my husband and I seem to wind up visiting at least once a year, either for a wedding or for some kind of group trip with family or friends. The region in general, and Cancun in particular, are known for the ubiquitous…
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Where to walk and eat with your dog in Mexico City
An updated guide to dog-friendly walks and restaurants in Mexico City — the Condesa, Roma Norte, Colonia Juárez, Coyoacán, and Polanco, where patio seating now means dogs welcome.
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Pre-Columbian Mexico in and Around Mexico City
An updated guide to the three essential pre-Columbian sites in and near Mexico City — the Anthropology Museum, Templo Mayor with its recent extraordinary excavations, and the pyramids at Teotihuacán.
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The scent of Mexico – Xinú
Xinú, Mexico City’s most distinctive perfume and home-scent brand, now has an extraordinary new boutique inside a converted workshop in Colonia Juárez, alongside the original Polanco location.
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Happy Fourth from Mexico City: What It’s Like to be an American Abroad
Tuesday was the Fourth of July – a major event in my last home, but here in Mexico City, not much of a celebration. I saw all of the posts on social media featuring pictures of barbecue and red, white and blue desserts while I was having steamed artichokes and leftovers and walking the Gordo…
