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The Ishtmus of Tehuantepec
Many years ago, I wrote an article about the fascinating area of Oaxaca known as the Isthmus of Tehuantepec for Saveur Magazine. It is not a pretty place but one worth visiting if you happen to be in the gorgeous... (Continue reading)
Falling in love again–looking back on why I wrote about Veracruz
When I had finished writing The Food and Life of Oaxaca, I thought I’d never want to write another cookbook. Not only was I exhausted from the work of getting a complex book into print, but my heart and mind... (Continue reading)
Pollo Relleno de Papas (Achiote-marinated chicken stuffed with potatoes)
Here is a delicious albeit time-consuming recipe using achiote. Check out the recipe section for Picadillo de Pobre where it is also used. Pollo Relleno de Papas Potato-Stuffed Oven-Roasted Chicken Every time I’ve been to the market at Juchitán I’ve found quite a... (Continue reading)
El Pedimento – New Year’s Eve in Mitla and Juquila, Oaxaca
Written on 27 Dec, 2009 at 0:32 in Oaxaca, Special Days |
El Pedimento – January 31st in Oaxaca Curiously of all the items I’ve posted in the last year, this post has gotten the most hits . I imagine that its popularity is rooted in magic or wishful thinking. It would be... (Continue reading)
El Saber del Sabor – Slowfood Terra Madre Day
Subject: Terra Madre Day 2009 Please see the information attached about the Slow Food conference this Thursday, December 10 at Los Danzantes in Oaxaca, Mexico 10/12/2009 Terra Madre Day El 10 de diciembre Slow Food festeja sus 20 años celebrando la comida local en... (Continue reading)
Friends of Oaxacan Folk Art Sale
Friends of Oaxacan Folk Art (FOFA) together with the Mexican Cultural Institute of New York and the Mexico Tourism Board invite you—con gusto! —to a HOLIDAY FOLK ART SALE Benefiting the artesanos of Oaxaca, Mexico Friday, Saturday and Sunday, November 13-15, 2009 in Park Slope, Brooklyn Opening... (Continue reading)
Oaxacan Tamales de Mole Amarillo
Since pre-Hispanic times, tamales have been the number one festive food. Everywhere in Mexico tamales are fiesta food -- the equivalent of saying, "Let's party!"... (Continue reading)
Oaxaca Food Conference – El Saber del Sabor
Written on 26 Aug, 2009 at 0:59 in Oaxaca |
When anyone asks me where they should go to experience the real Mexico, I do not hesitate one minute before suggesting Oaxaca. There you will find the quintessential Mexico, its heart and soul. Beyond it’s spectacular setting, Oaxaca has everything... (Continue reading)
Tour Oaxaca
Written on 26 Nov, 2008 at 18:55 in Oaxaca |
Savor Oaxaca Enjoy a unique opportunity to tour Oaxaca, Mexico’s cultural and culinary landscape under the tutelage of private guide Marissa Sanchez Bastien (Zarela’s daughter.). Currently under development, these excursions to beautiful, historical Oaxaca will vary from 6 to 10 days with accommodations... (Continue reading)
Sites & Museums in Oaxaca
Written on 26 Nov, 2008 at 18:52 in Oaxaca |
…Monte Alban …One of the most important pre-Hispanic sites in all of … Mexico. The most spectacular city with a magnificent …view of the valley of Oaxaca. Do not miss it! …Photograph ©Manu Bastien www.manuphotos.com …El Yago (not sure of the spelling) …A gallery/museum located across... (Continue reading)
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