The Coolest and Cutest Indie Bookshops in Mexico City
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by Lauren
2y ago
This post may contain affiliate links. Mexico City is perhaps not thought of as a traditional literary destination, and yet the Mexican capital is home to a surprising number of indie bookstores—including new offerings that have opened and even thrived during the pandemic. Whether you want to hojear among used books in la Juárez and Condesa, take a tour of la Roma’s top indie offerings, or pick up books from indie editorials at book stores with attached cafés, Mexico City has something for you. Here are my top 13 cool and cute indie bookshops in Mexico City, from Coyoacán to Santa María la Rib ..read more
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A Guide to Colonia Juárez, Mexico City: Where to Eat, Drink, Sleep + Shop
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by Lauren
2y ago
This post may contain affiliate links. Ever since moving to Mexico City five years or so ago, I was always peripherally aware of la Juárez neighbourhood but never really went there that much. Until I moved to it, that is. Written off as dangerous or old-fashioned—with fewer “attractions” than nearby Roma and Condesa—la Juárez is one of the oldest residential neighbourhoods in Mexico City and, honestly, one of the most interesting. Even though it’s certainly growing in popularity, there aren’t the same roving bands of tourists; nor are there the same crowds and general hustle and bustle of the ..read more
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An Introduction to the Sounds of Mexico City
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by Lauren
2y ago
This post may contain affiliate links. Mexico City is loud. Like, really loud. Just all the time. Which, for someone from a tiny village who used to live next to a literal field of sheep was hard to get used to when I first moved to Mexico City. However, there’s nothing boring about this very distinctive chilango soundscape, from the shouts and whistles of street vendors to the ominous, unsettling earthquake alarm. Even when the noises do interrupt literally every phone call you ever make and every good night’s sleep you try to get. But what exactly does it all sound like? Here’s a rundown of ..read more
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The Best Indian Food in Mexico City
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by Lauren
2y ago
This post may contain affiliate links. As a Brit in Mexico City, the one food I crave more than anything (except maybe decent bread) is curry. While I don’t really order Indian that often back home, for some reason I can’t get enough of it here and, thankfully, there are a surprising number of decent places that live up to my exacting expectations (lol). If you’re looking for the best Indian food in Mexico City—from classic curries to spicy biryanis and most things in between—here are the 9 restaurants and vendors you need to check out. THE BEST INDIAN FOOD IN MEXICO CITY DAWAT | Nueva York 15 ..read more
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Estados Unidos de México vs. the British Isles
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by Lauren
3y ago
This post may contain affiliate links. In which I pair Mexican cities and states with their British counterparts and offend members of both countries all in one fell, tongue-in-cheek, don’t get mad in the comments, it’s only a joke, and I’ve had a beer, swoop. Don’t look for too much logic, I’ve been in near-solitary confinement for a long time, OK? MEXICO VS. THE BRITISH ISLES Yorkshire is obviously Jalisco How could it be anything else? Just as ‘Jalisco es México’, ‘Yorkshire is Britain’. Or England, at least. They’re both epicentres of their respective country’s culture. Have you heard the ..read more
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Getting a Tattoo in Mexico: 8 of the Best Tattoo Artists in Mexico City
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by Lauren
3y ago
This post may contain affiliate links. At the time of writing, I have five tattoos and all but one of them was done in Mexico. The majority were done in Mexico City. (Like children, I pretend to love them all equally, but I obviously have favourites.) So, I know a lil something about the process of picking an artist, getting a quote, and booking an appointment. If you’re looking to get a tattoo in Mexico City, you might find the process a little different to, say, the UK. Especially if you don’t speak Spanish, don’t live here, and don’t follow like 23953 local tattoo artists on Instagram. Ente ..read more
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Transphobic Discourse: The Real Trojan Horse of Mexican Feminism
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by Lauren
3y ago
This is a guest essay by trans journalist Láurel Miranda, about the growing threat of transphobic discourse within Mexican feminist movements. Originally published on Milenio (a Mexican news site), it was ultimately removed after the Veracruz-based transphobic collective Brujas del Mar launched attacks at the website for publishing said essay. While the article has since been republished by other Mexican blogs and websites, notably Yuca Post and Hysteria Revista, I belive this is the first and only version of the essay to be published in English to date. Or, if not, it’s the only English versi ..read more
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Made in Mexico Gift Guide 2020: Shop Local + Support Small Business
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by Lauren
3y ago
A gentle reminder: Not everyone can afford to shop local and that’s OK! Even so, you can still help small businesses by following their social media accounts, interacting with their posts, and recommending them to friends! This post is part of my Shop Local series. Click here for more information! This post may contain affiliate links. I know ordering cool things online can be tricky in Mexico. The amount of times I’ve had parcels disappear, never arrive, and get rejected in customs are too numerous to count. And with the new customs fees for orders worth over $50, it can all seem far too ..read more
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Where to Buy Mexican Stationery in Mexico + Online
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by Lauren
3y ago
This post is part of my Shop Local series. Click here for more information! Like any good virgo, I love stationery. Earlier this year, in a fit of 2020 exhaustion and general malaise, I decided I needed to add approximately 3843 more notebooks to my unused notebook drawer. And although I’m a huge fan of Japanese stationery brand Kokoyu, as well as Aussie notebook-emporium Archer and Olive, this time around I decided to turn my attention to Mexican stationery brands. For one, the shipping is much cheaper. Plus, I’d been itching for an excuse – self-imposed or otherwise – to order from ..read more
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Should I travel to Mexico during the pandemic?
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by Lauren
3y ago
The short answer: no and the fact you even need to ask is astounding. You need not keep reading, you probably won’t like what I have to say anyway. The long answer: I hover somewhere between 50% anxiety, 20% sadness and 30% white hot rage these days. I have had, COVID aside, a shitty fucking year and it isn’t getting any better. I spend every single day alone – save for the company of my very adorable cat – in my Mexico City flat. I’ve seen, like, five friends in person over the last eight months. I’ve seen them outdoors, in the open air, with masks on. I’ve not been to anybody’s home; I’ve no ..read more
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