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Monday, August 29th 2022
How the Mennonites Influenced Mexico
The Mexican Mennonites left a legacy on the cultural landscape of Mexico. Seeking freedom, they brought with them traditions and practices that would impact the way we see Mexico today. Sadly, now they’re leaving. In this article, we will provide a basic understanding of the Mennonites, and we’ll explore the cultural significance of this people throughout their adopted land, and why they’ve been leaving Mexico for greener pastures.
Monday, August 8th 2022
Guide to Mexican Vegetables
This guide is meant for expats who have recently arrived in Mexico. I’ve excluded obvious vegetables like corn, and instead decided to focus on those vegetables that are not commonly found abroad.
Monday, July 25th 2022
Tips for Bringing & Spending Money in Mexico
Are you planning a trip to Mexico? Have you been considering a vacation? Even if you’re an expat already living in Mexico, our tips can help you save money. All of us at Expat Insurance have lived in Mexico at least five years. We’ve had to learn lessons the hard way. In this article, you’ll learn *our* tips for how to save money when spending cash, transfer cash, and exchange cash in Mexico.
Monday, July 11th 2022
What Is Pulque?
If you’ve wondered what is pulque, then you might be surprised to learn that pulque was the first alcoholic drink in Mexico. Pulque is found across the desert regions of Central Mexico, where agave plants thrive along the rocky, dry terrain. Therefore, Mexico City and its surrounding areas have become meccas for pulque-lovers.
Thursday, July 7th 2022
A Guide to Mexican Fruits
Mexico is known for many things: its food, its music, and its beaches. But Mexico doesn’t get the recognition it deserves for its wide variety of exotic fruits. Many of them have come to influence the cuisines of the planet.
Thursday, June 30th 2022
How to Renounce Your US Citizenship
You must be compliant (which means you must be eligible, for example, you can’t owe the government any money in US taxes–and renouncing your citizenship will not free you from the burden of these financial obligations). You have to appear before a US consular or diplomatic officer at a US embassy or consulate. Pay $2,350 USD (and you may owe more if you have over $2M dollars or make over $172,000 a year) Sign an oath of renunciation.
Tuesday, June 21st 2022
What Is Tejuino?
If you’re looking for the short answer: it’s a fermented [atole] that is served cold. However, like so many of our articles, our search to answer the question, *What is tejuino?*, has only yielded a deep rabbit hole to make sense of and explore.
Thursday, June 9th 2022
What Are Gusanos de Maguey?
The term “gusanos de maguey” comes from the Spanish language, “gusanos” meaning worms and “maguey” meaning the agave plant. This word has come to denote two different species, each with their own name in the Aztec language: Nahuatl. And one species **isn’t even a worm**.
Thursday, June 9th 2022
Will Mexico Slow its Immigration Crackdown?
This article explores the Mexican Supreme Court's decision to overturn two articles of Immigration Law it saw as discriminatory and unconstitutional.
Thursday, May 26th 2022
A Guide to Mexican Airlines
Mexican Airlines are a mixed bunch. Some can rival the best airlines in Europe; others are shameful in the way they treat their clients. In this article, Expat Insurance hopes to help you make sense of some of the major airlines, so you can avoid the terrible experiences. Here’s a guide to ranking the best—and worst—airlines in Mexico.
Tuesday, May 3rd 2022
Fresh Chilies Versus Dried Chillies In Mexico
You may be familiar with the different types of chillies In Mexico, but did you know that when a chili pepper is dried, the name changes? Many Mexicans aren’t aware of this fact.
Monday, April 18th 2022
What is Huitlacoche
Though corn farmers in other parts of the world have thought of huitlacoche as a parasite contaminating their crop, Mexican farmers have long indulged in this savory mushroom. Now, it’s taking the fine-dining world by storm, and some corn farmers are even purposely infecting their crops with huitlacoche to harvest this new, lucrative commodity.
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