Category: Culture

November 3, 2016 by Itzel Greenheck

Mexpro's Itzel Greenheck, originally from Central Mexico, explains the traditions around the Day of the Dead, and describes how she celebrates in the US. Before Day of the Dead became a trendy celebration among Latino and non-Latino communities in the US, I was already a huge fan. As a matter of fact, when I came... Read More »

May 1, 2014 by Mike Mercer

In 1519, when Hernán Cortés arrived in Mexico, the Aztecs were wearing Serape type garments made of cotton and agave cactus, dyed with fruits and insects... Read More »

April 15, 2013 by Al Barrus

From the onset, Monterrey seems void of culture compared to other cities in Mexico. If you dig deeper there’s plenty culture--the city is more than 400 years old... Read More »

December 17, 2012 by Al Barrus

Though Mexico is considered part of the third world, Mexico’s middle class continues to grow; meanwhile the US middle class seems to be fading away... Read More »

October 1, 2012 by Al Barrus

I hadn't appreciated the Mexican government's efforts to promote fine arts until I was introduced to Bellas Artes in a government building in Saltillo. The Obra de Medusa performance even included some Mexican movie stars... Read More »

September 25, 2012 by Al Barrus

There's always something to celebrate in Mexico. This September it was the annual celebration of the town's historical hundreds-year-old church, Cathedral of San Nicolas de Tolentino, and ofcourse Mexico's Independence... Read More »