Apaseo el Alto, Gto.- A criminal group killed five people inside a recycling plant in the San Antonio Calichar community, in Apaseo el Alto, Guanajuato, on the border with the state of Querétaro, while the bodies of two men were hung from the vehicular bridge located at the entrance to the Rincón de Tamayo community, […]
Querétaro capital has received more than 141 thousand overnight tourists
Alejandra Iturbide, Secretary of Tourism for the Municipality of Querétaro, reported that by the end of July, there had been an arrival of 141,400 overnight tourists, which translates into a hotel occupancy of 65%, an increase of 2% compared to the same period last year. She pointed out that this tourist boom has generated an […]
This is the most delicious seafood dish in the world and it’s Mexican, according to Taste Atlas
Shrimp enchilpotados, which has been officially recognized by Taste Atlas, consists of shrimp cooked in a chili and tomato sauce, adding a blend of smoky, spicy and slightly sweet flavors. This dish traces its roots to the culinary customs of various regions of the country, exemplifying how the use of fresh ingredients and traditional cooking […]
Querétaro exceeds hotel occupancy compared to 2023
This growth is attributed to the summer vacations, according to Alejandra Iturbe Rosas, secretary of tourism of the capital. In July, 141,400 overnight tourists were registered, which generated an economic spillover of 274 million pesos. This income has significantly benefited local commerce, services and various businesses related to tourism. The Historic Center of Querétaro continues […]
Hello Kitty turns 50: Japanese ambassador to Mexico shows he is a ‘kittylover’
Since the beginning of 2024, the Japanese ambassador to Mexico, Noriteru Jaime Fukushima Ichimori, has attracted attention on social media for the fact that he blends in with Mexican culture and the traditions that accompany each holiday; an example of this was the distribution of tamales on Candlemas Day or his walks through the capital’s […]
These are the coins that will be removed from circulation in Mexico and this is what you can do with them
The new pesos in Mexico were launched on January 1, 1993 as a measure to stabilize the economy and facilitate transactions, replacing the old pesos at a rate of 1 new peso for 1,000 old pesos. More than 30 years later, the Bank of Mexico (Banxico) is in the process of withdrawing some families of […]
Russian woman explains the cultural differences between Mexico and her country
A Russian woman shared the differences she has found between Mexico and her home country since she moved to the country. In the video, shared on social media, she said that these are a couple of customs and foods that cannot be found in Russia. The material, shared on TikTok, shows a series of Mexican […]
Mexico is the seventh largest producer of honey in the world: SADER
In 2023, a production of 58,033 tons of honey was recorded, which places Mexico as the seventh largest producer in the world, highlighted the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (SADER). The 3 “sweetest” states and leaders in honey production were: Yucatan with 9,451 tons; Chiapas with 5,892 tons and Jalisco with 5,806 tons. In […]
School Calendar 2024-2025 in Mexico: start of classes, vacations, long weekends and important dates
The Ministry of Public Education has published the calendar for the 2024-2025 school year. This calendar is essential for mothers, fathers, students and teaching staff, as it establishes the start and end dates of classes, as well as holidays, non-working days and vacation periods. This is a summary of the key dates and some important […]
BBVA Mexico enables Apple Pay for its customers
Customers simply double-click the side button and hold their iPhone or Apple Watch near a payment terminal to make a contactless payment. Every purchase with Apple Pay is secure because it is authenticated with Face ID, Touch ID or the device passcode, as well as a unique, one-time dynamic security code. Apple Pay is accepted […]