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Mexico - Culture Smart!
Mexico - Culture Smart!: The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture | Culture Smart!, Russell Maddicks
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Culture Smart! Mexico takes you to the heart of Mexican society. It describes how people socialize and meet members of the opposite sex, the dynamics of daily life, the central importance of family, and the annual cycle of Catholic feasts and fiestas. For business travelers there are key sections on the economy and vital insights into the general business culture. The third-largest country in Latin America, Mexico is hugely diverse, having both rural areas where time seems to have stood still and manic urban centers like Mexico City, one of the most densely populated and exciting cities in the world. Famed for its well-preserved archaeological sites, cobblestoned colonial towns, and beautiful beaches, it is a major magnet for tourists. Mexico also has a name as a creative powerhouse in the region, with world-renowned artists such as Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, a cinema industry that has been producing award-winning movies since the Golden Age of the 1940s, and a literary scene second to none in Latin America.
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If this picture is familiar to you, it is because I'm reusing it. Since I don't have the time to write about every single product I buy for the #FoodandLit challenge anymore, I'll just do an overview at the end of the month. #Mexico is not only about spices and chili, as I was about to find out. There is so much to discover ❤

@Texreader @Butterfinger

Pulparindo: Interesting mix of flavours. Sweet and sour and fruity at the same time. If you ⬇

Jari-chan like this combination, go for it!

De La Rosa: It‘s marzipan, but tastes and feels different from the one I know. Tiny, sweet, delicate. If I order at this shop again, this one will be bought again.

Ate de Guayaba: Paste made from Guava. Reminds me of jello, at least its texture does. I really like it and surprisingly you can combine it with many different kinds of food. I‘ve had it just alone, with bread, yogurt, vegetables, meat… ⬇
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Jari-chan It always gave the dish a special twist. Sadly, the box is way to big for one single person…

Rancheritos: Nice to try, but to me nothing that special. They are a bit more intense in flavour than the nachos we get here, that‘s it. Also - the bag is a scam.

Tostadas: I used them for everything. Even in a Tiramisu. Works. So if you‘re tired of always using normal wraps, try these instead.

Flor de Calabaza: Pumpkin flower. No recommendation, if ⬇
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Jari-chan you ask me. Buy them fresh. Coming from the can, they‘re pretty much tasteless.

Mole: Just had to try it. And it wasn‘t bad. But I guess I‘d rather go for a home one next time. But I enjoyed it this time. I had my fun dipping all my vegetables, sausages and whatever into it. Also makes an interesting salad dressing.

Cuitlacoche: Mold growing on corn. Yes, mold. Yes, that‘s something of the most peculiar things I‘ve ever ate. Yes, I love ⬇
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Jari-chan trying new things. So yes, I tried it. It doesn‘t taste very good on its own, but mixed into dishes it‘ll get interesting. I still wouldn‘t call it tasty, but for me it was worth the try. Now I can say that I ate mold 😄

I once again loved all the new experiences. For December I couldn‘t find a shop, but since I‘m more into Christmas food anyway, I‘m fine with that. I‘ve already found some recipes to try, so I‘ll go with those 😊
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Bookwormjillk How fun! 2y
Jari-chan @Bookwormjillk Defenitely was! 🤩 2y
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By now most of you know how much I love the Culture Smart series. I use them for almost every country visited with the #FoodandLit challenge. So now it was #Mexico and once again I could learn so much by listening to this audio book. I do prefer the audio book because then you also hear how certain words and names are spoken in each language. Highly informative and for everyday use, this book once again shows the strengths of this special series.

TheAromaofBooks Yay!! I've used several of these CultureSmart books as well since I saw you review them!! 2y
Jari-chan @TheAromaofBooks How great you like them, too! 😁 2y
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I guess this Tortilla Noodle Salad is more Texmex than actual Mexican - but for me as a Swiss person it's so hard to tell apart 😅 I've added some Mole to the recipe to make it a bit more original, though 😆 And yes, it was tasty and pure comfort food. The combination of the tortilla, the beans and the mole was great. It wouldn't have needed the pasta, but pasta makes everything extra nice, right? 😅

#Mexico #FoodandLit @Texreader @Butterfinger

Texreader Fantastic! Culture-wise here in San Antonio, where Hispanics (and most likely Mexican Hispanics) outnumber all other cultures, we often cannot tell the difference. It‘s the wonderful, homey food and flavor that matters. I wish I could share some of the best Mexican food places to eat here in SA with all you Littens! Well, I‘ve had delicious SA food down on the Mexican border, out in west Texas, north Texas, etc. We are so fortunate! 2y
Jari-chan @Texreader That sounds so great 🤩 I wish I could join you! 2y
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Hubby and I celebrated our 10 years anniversary on the 11.11.21 ❤️ Before I even knew about #Mexico being this months country for the #FoodandLit challenge, we decide to visit our local Mexican restaurant 🥰 It was such a delicious meal, and a great experience! Also, I ate too much.. 🤭

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IuliaC Happy anniversary! 🎊 2y
Texreader I‘m so happy for you. Enjoying a good meal of Mexican food is just so heartwarming and even more so on your anniversary. Congratulations!! 2y
Texreader And the nachos look scrumptious 2y
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Jari-chan @IuliaC Thank you ❤️ 😊 2y
Jari-chan @Texreader Thank you, too 🥰 And you're totally right 😊 2y
Texreader @Jari-chan Mexican food is considered comfort food here in San Antonio and it really is. Glad to hear you are liking it. 2y
Ruthiella Happy Anniversary! ❤️🥂 2y
wanderinglynn Happy anniversary! 🥂🎉 2y
Jari-chan @Texreader I agree! It warms the heart and the soul - I love it! ❤

@Ruthiella @wanderinglynn Thank you! 😊 ❤
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TheBookHippie Awe! Happy ♥️ Anniversary! 2y
Jari-chan @TheBookHippie Thank you ❤️ 😊 2y
Catsandbooks Looks delicious! Happy Anniversary! ❤️ 2y
Jari-chan @Catsandbooks Thank you ❤️ 😊 2y
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