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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…

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…

Wine Festival Guide of Central Mexico

ByEpicurean Expats January 10, 2023September 24, 2023

Oenophiles don’t need a reason to drink wine, but a wine festival is the perfect excuse to drink LOTS of it! Most wine lovers will head to the big wine production areas like Napa-Sonoma and Bordeaux, but what if you could discover the next big wine region before everyone else? Welcome to the Central Mexico…

The Best and Worst Time of Year To Visit Central Mexico

ByEpicurean Expats October 18, 2022December 4, 2023

Mexico may be known for its beaches, margaritas, and tacos, but there’s so much more to this country than getting sand in your bikini. Discover the beautiful baroque architecture, award-winning wine regions, and regional food specialties in Central Mexico, the real heart of Mexico. How We Came to Know Central Mexico Tom spent some of…

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