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Latin America’s Best Restaurants- Mexico Edition 2023

ByEpicurean Expats June 22, 2023November 30, 2023

This post was first created based on the 100 Latin America’s Best Restaurant List from 2013-2020 that debuted in 2021. It is updated every six months to reflect new rankings and restaurants based on the World’s Best Restaurants and Latin America’s Best Restaurants Lists. Who Ranks Latin America’s Best Restaurants? Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants…

Why Tour the Heart of Mexico With Wine Experts

ByEpicurean Expats June 20, 2023September 24, 2023

Mexico has been making wine longer than any other country in the Americas, a full 242 years longer than the oldest winery in the United States. But for social, religious and governmental reasons wine has not been fully embraced by the native population. This country has been a tequila, brandy and beer culture for hundreds…

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22 Best Travel Accessories for Travel Lovers

ByEpicurean Expats June 11, 2023October 9, 2023

Now that travel has opened back up, it’s time to dust off our packing skills and update our carry-ons! Travel has changed in the last few years due to the pandemic. It’s not just destinations that are affected, but the way we need to travel. The desire to travel again is higher than ever before,…

The Perfect 4-Day Itinerary for Exploring Queretaro

ByEpicurean Expats June 2, 2023November 22, 2023

Queretaro’s Centro incorporates more than 204 blocks of history, politics, conspiracies, and even a love story, yet it is usually overlooked for its more famous neighbor San Miguel de Allende. There’s so much to see and do that skipping out on this UNESCO World Heritage Site would be a sad mistake. We recommend spending at…

The Mexican Art Gift Guide of Handcrafts You Love

ByEpicurean Expats May 28, 2023September 13, 2023

Has this ever happened to you? You spend your vacation in some place fabulous, surrounded by the colors, sights, and smells of ancient traditions. You want to share your new love of this culture with your friends and family back home, so you pick up some souvenirs for them; some earrings for your neighbor,…

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The Perfect 4-Day Itinerary for San Miguel de Allende

ByEpicurean Expats May 16, 2023November 21, 2023

It’s easy to fall in love with San Miguel de Allende. The beautiful colors, Baroque architecture and incredible rooftop restaurants all contribute to the charm of the city. Artisans have been flocking to San Miguel de Allende for almost 80 years because of its artistic beauty and mild climate. My mother even mentioned that she would…

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Road Trip Around Cozumel

ByEpicurean Expats May 10, 2023August 25, 2023

Road trips are a fun way to explore a new, or even old, destination. And a road trip around Cozumel off the coast of Mexico is a great way to see more than just its famous beaches. With a town bustling with tourist traps, Mayan ruins, a lighthouse on the southern tip, and an eastern…

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Why Should You Visit Xel-Ha in Mexico?

ByEpicurean Expats May 7, 2023August 25, 2023

The natural beauty of the Riviera Maya region of Mexico is unrivaled. White sandy beaches and crystal blue water are what you see above the surface, and the world’s second largest coral reef offers some of the best diving in the world below. Colorful birds, howling monkeys and other creatures make their home in the…

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Tulum, A Coastal Pueblo Magico

ByEpicurean Expats May 2, 2023August 25, 2023

Did you know that Tulum is the only Mayan civilization site built on the edge of the sea? A trip to Tulum is a must if you’re visiting the Riviera Maya region of Mexico. Overlooking the Caribbean Sea, Tulum is part of the Mayan culture and had its heyday between the 13th and 15th centuries. Today…

Restaurants in Centro Queretaro – Where to Eat for Every Budget

ByEpicurean Expats April 10, 2023October 23, 2023

Eating while traveling is a given, but where should you eat? Tripadvisor and other review websites are great resources, but are they bolstered by tourists or locals? Around Jardin Zenea alone there’s plenty of choices easily within walking distance. You’ll see people in the parks eating ice cream and dancing. Visit around the holidays and…

The Best Boutique Hotels in Queretaro

ByEpicurean Expats February 14, 2023November 23, 2023

Searching for the perfect boutique hotel can take hours. Believe me, I know. I searched online and then on foot for over a week visiting hotels for our wine festival weekends. We have stayed in a few boutique hotels in Centro before we moved to Queretaro and on occasion during holiday peak seasons (when traffic…

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Getting Your Temporary Visa or Permanent Visa in Mexico

ByEpicurean Expats January 11, 2023January 12, 2023

**This post has been updated with known 2023 requirements from the Mexican government, but still retains our 4 year experience getting both the temporary and permanent visa.** For our first four years, I shared our experiences of getting the temporary visa. In december 2021, we qualified for the permanent visa and are ecstatic that we…