Monthly Archives: September 2011

Independencia!

Posted on September 16, 2011 by

In Mexico we don’t celebrate July 4 (not caring much for those land-grabbing Americans), or Bastille Day (not caring much for the French or their imposed Austrian “emperor”), or Battle of Hastings Day (because, who cares?), but we do celebrate … Continue reading →

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El Mercado

Posted on September 6, 2011 by

One of the nicest things about the location of the house I’m renting is its proximity to Mercado Ramirez (that’s Ramirez Market for the language impaired).              This large building has many, many small kiosks purveying … Continue reading →

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Yet More Fun With Tequila

Posted on September 1, 2011 by

All together, now: “Jose Cuervo, you are a friend of mine.  I like to drink you with a little salt and lime….” Creating the Beverage: On a recent group tour to the state of Jalisco, we spent part of a … Continue reading →

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