How are the mighty metates fallen!
Metates (“simple” grindstones) are one of my passions and I must post more on them. But today visiting the recently-opened archaeological site, Plazuelas, in the southern part of the state…
Read moreArt (and manuscript cookbooks) in peril
Here’s a link that lists some of the pieces of art that have disappeared from Mexico recently, particularly from churches. It makes very sad reading. What are not included in…
Read morePBS Fiesta Mexican with Lots of Scenes of Guanajuato
If you live in the US and have a burning desire to know more about Guanajuato you might want to check out the upcoming PBS program, Fiesta Mexicana, most of…
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