Category: History

Mexican Beer - Cerveza Mexicana

The Native American Tarahumara people, the introduction of barley by Spaniard Hernán Cortés, & German immigrants helped influence the beer brewed today in Mexico... Read More »

Mexico Boxing History

The history of Mexican Professional Boxing including details on Mexican Boxing Champions and the sport's roots traced back to amateur fights in Mexico... Read More »

The History and Origins of Mexican Cuisine

Spicy peppers & corn have a long history in Mexican cuisine. Peppers grow best in hot climates, and corn, or maize, has been a staple in Mexico since the Mayans... Read More »

Chocolate's Mexico Origins

Chocolate originated in Mexico. The word 'chocolate' is believe to have been derived from the Nahuatl (an Aztec language) word for bitter water, 'xocolatl.'.. Read More »

Mexico's Mesoamerican Pyramid Sites

Mexico has many remarkable archeological sites that you can drive to. Here are 21 Mesoamerican pyramid sites that you may have never heard of & want to visit... Read More »

Hey Gringos: Come to Mexico and Live the Revolution

The Mexican Revolution officially started November 20th in 1910, and for good reason. Learn about the revolution and it's characters, like Pancho Villa... Read More »

Mexico's Independence

September was usually a bit of a bummer for most of us growing up in the US. For me, it meant I had to go back to school and the weather got colder. In Mexico the children have to go back to school right along with the kids in North America, but there is much... Read More »

Fun Facts About Rocky Point, Mexico

Enjoy these fun and interesting facts about Rocky Point (Puerto Peñasco). Learn the extensive history of the small beach town just hours from Phoenix. It's more elaborate than you might think... Read More »

A Brief History of Baja California

Today, Baja and its rich history continue to delight both locals and visitors year round... Read More »