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MEXICAN CERAMICS… a combination...
Mexico has a long tradition of ceramics dating back to over 3000 years ago, way before the Pre-Columbian period. As the first advanced civilizations and cultures developed within Mesoamerica, so did their skills in ceramic arts and pottery craft. Pieces were generally created for domestic and day-to-day usage, such as for carrying water or eating and drinking, although early Mexican ceramics were also often... -
how to make pan...
Day of the Dead ‘El Dia de Los Muertos’ (The Day of the Dead) is a two-day ceremony in Mexican tradition, where family and friends get together to remember loved ones who have passed away. It takes place every year on the 1st and 2nd of November, the very day after Halloween, though far from being a scary or solemn affair it is a... -
Mexican Beans
I for one am a great fan of beans. There is nothing like a good bowl of beans to warm you up and fill your tummy on a cold winter day. They are not only delicious and cheap to make but extremely healthy and packed full of nutritional benefits... so it's win, win, win!!! Mexican frijoles (pinto beans) are basically made up of carbohydrate,... -
Day of the Dead
‘El Dia de Los Muertos’ (The Day of the Dead) is a two-day ceremony in Mexican tradition, where family and friends get together to remember loved ones who have passed away. It takes place every year on the 1st and 2nd of November, the very day after Halloween, though far from being a scary or solemn affair it is a beautiful celebration of life... -
Top Tips for Treating...
Well we all know that wrinkles are an inevitable part of the ageing process. As we get older our skin starts to lose collagen and wrinkles begin to appear and this is something we unfortunately just have to accept. That said however, there are a number of healthy habits you can acquire to help minimize the appearance of these fine lines and wrinkles and... -
What are Tamales?
Tamales are a traditional Mexican dish that go way back into Mexican history. They are made from a cornmeal dough that is filled with either chicken, pork, beef, beans or vegetables (and obviously a variety of spices!) and then wrapped up in corn husks or plantain leaves and cooked in a steamer. They are often referred to by Mexican food fans as ‘wrapped up...