Lazarillo de Tormes
Foreign Native shares a practical suggestion for readers of literature wishing to avoid having their literary choices blindsided by a disparaging comment
Mexican Culture
Articles about Mexican culture and traditions
Articles about Mexican culture and traditions
Getting Through Traffic with an Oasis on the Frequency Band
Amid the relentless noise broadcast over the airwaves, lies an oasis of frequency modulation for radio listeners in their cars, and online
La Quincena: The Cash Behind the Friday Rush
Workers' wages are paid every fifteen days in Mexico, and pay days are known as "Quincenas" which make for busy weekends, especially in the capital
Noise Pollution vs Noise as a Status Symbol
Noise pollution in Mexico City continues to carry on — long after city planners took measures to reduce air contamination in the capital
Guide to Social Etiquette and Local Customs in Mexico
Comprehensive guide to navigate Mexico's social etiquette. Get acquainted with social graces and avoid making unnecessary or embarrassing social blunders
Rush Hour Variety at Mexico City’s Traffic Lights
For variety, there's little that can beat the entertainers and purveyors of unwanted services who work the traffic lights of Mexico City
Driving Tip: Read the Signs, then Ask for Directions
Even today with many modern roads and bridges putting a first-world stamp on major cities, Mexico still has some notorious sign posting
Leafing Through Bookworms’ Choices in Mexico
Online marketplaces have transformed access to books in Mexico, although traditional bookshops continue to ply a brisk trade here
Street Dogs and Dog Ownership Trends in Mexico
Foreign Native shares some insights and anecdotes about strays and street dogs in Mexico along with some comments on trends and habits among dog owners here
Smoke-Free Mexico Offers No Substitutes for Quitters
Ex-smokers and those trying to quit smoking can't find tobacco substitutes for sale in Mexico, and commercial import of 'vaping' products is banned
An Ideal Way to Get to Know Your Neighbors
One way to get to know some of your neighbors and make new friends in Mexico is to keep a dog and take it on frequent sallies to the park
The Real Value of Your Service Tip in Mexico
Tipping for services is a practice that is deeply ingrained in Mexican culture and this article describes some key situations where a tip may be appropriate