Monday, April 14, 2025

Does Mexico have an alcohol problem?

In Mexico, alcohol is kind of everywhere, with social rules around it more relaxed. What's the societal effect of so much drinking? Is there one?
A Mexican 20-peso bill and a U.S. 20-dollar bill on an abstract black background. The Mexican bill is laying over the U.S. bill.

Mexican peso starts the week strong as the US dollar weakens

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The peso strengthened Monday morning after the U.S. introduced new tariff exemptions for some tech products.
A photoshopped image of a strip of of old-fashioned film, with images of various Mexican actors and stills from movies.

Who were the stars of the golden age of Mexican cinema?

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A Mexican Charlie Chaplain, a dashing lead and an actor with the voice of an angel — who were the biggest stars that graced Mexican screens in the 20th century?
An Indigenous Mexican man in traditional dress holds a smoking large goblet in his right hand and offers it ritualistically to a shrine covered with vegetation and a large sheet of fabric with birds and plants printed on it. Behind him, a man in non-traditional clothing looks on with his eyes closed.

In Mexico’s unique Holy Week processions, Indigenous tradition continues amid Catholic ritual

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Influenced by a blend of pre-Hispanic customs and Hispanic culture, many of Mexico's fascinating Holy Week rituals and processions are unlike any others worldwide.
A Mexican 20-peso bill and a U.S. 20-dollar bill on an abstract black background. The Mexican bill is laying over the U.S. bill.

Mexican peso starts the week strong as the US dollar weakens

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The peso strengthened Monday morning after the U.S. introduced new tariff exemptions for some tech products.
A photoshopped image of a strip of of old-fashioned film, with images of various Mexican actors and stills from movies.

Who were the stars of the golden age of Mexican cinema?

0
A Mexican Charlie Chaplain, a dashing lead and an actor with the voice of an angel — who were the biggest stars that graced Mexican screens in the 20th century?
An Indigenous Mexican man in traditional dress holds a smoking large goblet in his right hand and offers it ritualistically to a shrine covered with vegetation and a large sheet of fabric with birds and plants printed on it. Behind him, a man in non-traditional clothing looks on with his eyes closed.

In Mexico’s unique Holy Week processions, Indigenous tradition continues amid Catholic ritual

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Influenced by a blend of pre-Hispanic customs and Hispanic culture, many of Mexico's fascinating Holy Week rituals and processions are unlike any others worldwide.
A view of Puerto Escondido and a beach with a cactus in the foreground

American Airlines announces new flight to Puerto Escondido

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The route is the second direct U.S. connection for the Oaxacan beach town's new international airport.
A selection of sashimi sushi on a wooden board

Puerto Vallarta’s international dining options: eclectic and unforgettable

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Whether you're craving a proper French bistro moment, handmade pastas, Thai curry or an elegant omakase evening, Vallarta delivers.
A hand-woven rug depicting a jazz band made of skeletons

Hecho en México: Felipe Juárez, San Miguel weaver

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San Miguel weaver Felipe Juárez makes rugs and more for customers as far away as New Zealand, but he's never left his hometown, where he sells his creations each weekend.
Mexican spices

How Mexico revolutionized world cuisine

3
Is there any other country that has changed the culinary world as profoundly? It's hard to imagine that the answer is yes.
A white plate with escamoles at the center, with chips, guacamole and salsaon the side

Taste of Mexico: Escamoles

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Mexico food influencer María Meléndez makes a case for why you should try this traditional central Mexico dish of ant larvae — if only once.
A toast at a party, with several glasses of beer

Does Mexico have an alcohol problem?

8
In Mexico, alcohol is kind of everywhere, with social rules around it more relaxed. What's the societal effect of so much drinking? Is there one?
A path of intricately placed rice grains (or sand) runs down a Mexican street, illustrating Mexico's approach to time

Ahorita and the art of finding meaning beyond the clock: A perspective from MND...

18
There's much to learn from the Mexican approach to time, Tamanna Bembenek writes.
Two cyclists, a man and a woman, bicycling on an empty stretch of highway on the Baja California Peninsula wearing yellow and black cycling clothing and bicycle helmets. The man gives the photographer a thumbs-up with his left hand

Adventures in Baja: An unforgettable cycling trip down the peninsula

4
San Diegans Dan and Becca Rumsey's 935-mile cycling adventure through the Baja Peninsula took them 10 days, but the memories they made will last a lifetime.

New report: Fuel smuggling is costing Mexico US $24 million a day

5
Fuel smuggling remains a major problem in Mexico, where roughly 30% of fuel sold is contraband.
A hand-woven rug depicting a jazz band made of skeletons

Hecho en México: Felipe Juárez, San Miguel weaver

0
San Miguel weaver Felipe Juárez makes rugs and more for customers as far away as New Zealand, but he's never left his hometown, where he sells his creations each weekend.
A path of intricately placed rice grains (or sand) runs down a Mexican street, illustrating Mexico's approach to time

Ahorita and the art of finding meaning beyond the clock: A perspective from MND...

18
There's much to learn from the Mexican approach to time, Tamanna Bembenek writes.
Two cyclists, a man and a woman, bicycling on an empty stretch of highway on the Baja California Peninsula wearing yellow and black cycling clothing and bicycle helmets. The man gives the photographer a thumbs-up with his left hand

Adventures in Baja: An unforgettable cycling trip down the peninsula

4
San Diegans Dan and Becca Rumsey's 935-mile cycling adventure through the Baja Peninsula took them 10 days, but the memories they made will last a lifetime.
A view of Puerto Escondido and a beach with a cactus in the foreground

American Airlines announces new flight to Puerto Escondido

0
The route is the second direct U.S. connection for the Oaxacan beach town's new international airport.
A selection of sashimi sushi on a wooden board

Puerto Vallarta’s international dining options: eclectic and unforgettable

0
Whether you're craving a proper French bistro moment, handmade pastas, Thai curry or an elegant omakase evening, Vallarta delivers.
A hand-woven rug depicting a jazz band made of skeletons

Hecho en México: Felipe Juárez, San Miguel weaver

0
San Miguel weaver Felipe Juárez makes rugs and more for customers as far away as New Zealand, but he's never left his hometown, where he sells his creations each weekend.
Mexican spices

How Mexico revolutionized world cuisine

3
Is there any other country that has changed the culinary world as profoundly? It's hard to imagine that the answer is yes.
A white plate with escamoles at the center, with chips, guacamole and salsaon the side

Taste of Mexico: Escamoles

0
Mexico food influencer María Meléndez makes a case for why you should try this traditional central Mexico dish of ant larvae — if only once.
A toast at a party, with several glasses of beer

Does Mexico have an alcohol problem?

8
In Mexico, alcohol is kind of everywhere, with social rules around it more relaxed. What's the societal effect of so much drinking? Is there one?
An Oxxo storefront in Guadalajara

Are 22,000 Oxxos in the country a blessing or a curse? A perspective from...

31
As healthy, traditional mom and pop corner stores disappear, Travis Bembenek sees a troubling — and familiar — trend.
Photos of Mexican leaders: Security Minister García Harfuch, President Sheinbaum and Economy Secretary Ebrard

The Mexico power players you need to know: A perspective from our CEO

16
In response to reader requests, CEO Travis Bembenek introduces a new area of coverage following the leaders shaping Mexico's future.
A close-up portrait of Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum

Grading Sheinbaum’s response thus far to Trump’s tariff threats: A perspective from our CEO

35
Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek reflects on the validity of U.S. grievances against Mexico and assesses President Sheinbaum's response.
An aerial shot of an industrial park in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

How is Mexican industry doing? Our CEO visits his local industrial park to find...

18
To see what's really going on with the Mexican economy, Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek takes a look under the hood at the San Miguel industrial park.
U.S. President Donald Trump smiles from behind a podium

Tariff turmoil: Chronicle of a chaotic day in Washington

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After sending mixed messages on Wednesday, the White House has clarified the most recent round of tariffs won't apply to Mexico.
A white Jeep with the logos of Dodge, Ram and Jeep - all Stellantis brands - in the background

Stellantis to pause production on some models amid auto sector shake-up

0
While some automakers hit the brakes on production in Mexico, some foreign manufacturers are eyeing Mexico's free trade tariff exemptions.
BYD charging station

FT: China is withholding approval for BYD’s Mexico plant due to tech concerns

6
Sources cited by The Financial Times revealed that Chinese EV company BYD sees Mexico’s allegiance to the U.S. as a potential dealbreaker in its nearshoring plans.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
20.11
CAD
14.50

New report: Fuel smuggling is costing Mexico US $24 million a day

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Fuel smuggling remains a major problem in Mexico, where roughly 30% of fuel sold is contraband.
A train viewed from the front

Once an economic afterthought, Oaxaca now leads the country in industrial growth

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The state's economic boom is fueled by the Interoceanic Corridor project, which includes major infrastructure upgrades and industrial development zones.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
20.11
CAD
14.50
President Claudia Sheinbaum gestures from behind the podium at her morning press conference

Sheinbaum responds to Trump in cross-border water dispute: Friday’s mañanera recapped

11
President Sheinbaum emphasized that Mexico is complying with the treaty to the extent possible based on water availability.
Sheinbaum stands smiling at a podium

Guatemala, the Maya Train’s next stop: Thursday’s mañanera recapped

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The president also answered questions about the possibility of another mass extradition to the U.S. and Mexico's upcoming judicial elections.
A toast at a party, with several glasses of beer

Does Mexico have an alcohol problem?

8
In Mexico, alcohol is kind of everywhere, with social rules around it more relaxed. What's the societal effect of so much drinking? Is there one?
A path of intricately placed rice grains (or sand) runs down a Mexican street, illustrating Mexico's approach to time

Ahorita and the art of finding meaning beyond the clock: A perspective from MND co-owner Tamanna Bembenek

18
There's much to learn from the Mexican approach to time, Tamanna Bembenek writes.

How I found quiet in a noisy country

6
Between barking dogs, fireworks and loudspeaker-equipped trucks, finding quiet in Mexico is an art that can be hard to master. Here's how one Guanajuato dweller figured it out.
A view of Puerto Escondido and a beach with a cactus in the foreground

American Airlines announces new flight to Puerto Escondido

0
The route is the second direct U.S. connection for the Oaxacan beach town's new international airport.
Tourists play on the sand and in the turquoise water of a Cancún beach, with small patches of sargassum seaweed visible between the umbrellas and beach towels

The Riviera Maya gears up for a seaweed-y Semana Santa

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Municipal workers removed 80 cubic meters of sargassum from Cancún's Playa del Delfines last week in preparation for the arrival of spring breakers and Semana Santa tourists.
Surgeons lean over their patient as they work

Fewer medical tourists are arriving in Baja California, industry representatives report

4
Medical tourists have cut back on everything from Brazilian butt lifts to dental fillings, a change industry insiders attribute to the current tension between the U.S. and Mexico.
A path of intricately placed rice grains (or sand) runs down a Mexican street, illustrating Mexico's approach to time

Ahorita and the art of finding meaning beyond the clock: A perspective from MND...

18
There's much to learn from the Mexican approach to time, Tamanna Bembenek writes.

How I found quiet in a noisy country

6
Between barking dogs, fireworks and loudspeaker-equipped trucks, finding quiet in Mexico is an art that can be hard to master. Here's how one Guanajuato dweller figured it out.
Photos of Mexican leaders: Security Minister García Harfuch, President Sheinbaum and Economy Secretary Ebrard

The Mexico power players you need to know: A perspective from our CEO

16
In response to reader requests, CEO Travis Bembenek introduces a new area of coverage following the leaders shaping Mexico's future.
A close-up portrait of Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum

Grading Sheinbaum’s response thus far to Trump’s tariff threats: A perspective from our CEO

35
Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek reflects on the validity of U.S. grievances against Mexico and assesses President Sheinbaum's response.
A shot of colonial downtown Mérida in Yucatán

Mérida Arts District in the works after Yucatán attracts 7 billion pesos in real...

1
Yucatán has launched a $348 million investment in Mérida, promising hundreds of new jobs and a boost to tourism infrastructure.
Mexico exported three million tonnes of steel in 2024, with 2.3 million tonnes going to the U.S.

Mexico’s housing sector braces for impact of steel and aluminum tariffs

0
Beyond rising materials costs, Mexico must consider how U.S. trade policies will affect construction sector employment, industry representatives caution.
An Indigenous Mexican man in traditional dress holds a smoking large goblet in his right hand and offers it ritualistically to a shrine covered with vegetation and a large sheet of fabric with birds and plants printed on it. Behind him, a man in non-traditional clothing looks on with his eyes closed.

In Mexico’s unique Holy Week processions, Indigenous tradition continues amid Catholic ritual

0
Influenced by a blend of pre-Hispanic customs and Hispanic culture, many of Mexico's fascinating Holy Week rituals and processions are unlike any others worldwide.
A hand-woven rug depicting a jazz band made of skeletons

Hecho en México: Felipe Juárez, San Miguel weaver

0
San Miguel weaver Felipe Juárez makes rugs and more for customers as far away as New Zealand, but he's never left his hometown, where he sells his creations each weekend.
A couple runs through the Chichén Itzá archaeological site on a sunny day.

The Australian writing a guide to intercultural relationships with Mexicans

0
It was love at first bite when Sunny met and cooked for Héctor, her future husband; the complicated part came later, and now she provides resources for people in intercultural relationships like hers.
Fourteen-year-old twins Mía and Lía Cueva Lobato, from Guadalajara, took home a historic silver medal in the women’s 3-meter synchronized springboard final

Mexico celebrates historic Diving World Cup performance at home in GDL

0
Mexico claimed six medals at last weekend's World Aquatics Diving World Cup in Guadalajara, including two first-time golds.
Tourists play on the sand and in the turquoise water of a Cancún beach, with small patches of sargassum seaweed visible between the umbrellas and beach towels

The Riviera Maya gears up for a seaweed-y Semana Santa

0
Municipal workers removed 80 cubic meters of sargassum from Cancún's Playa del Delfines last week in preparation for the arrival of spring breakers and Semana Santa tourists.
Surgeons lean over their patient as they work

Fewer medical tourists are arriving in Baja California, industry representatives report

4
Medical tourists have cut back on everything from Brazilian butt lifts to dental fillings, a change industry insiders attribute to the current tension between the U.S. and Mexico.
Mexican spices

How Mexico revolutionized world cuisine

3
Is there any other country that has changed the culinary world as profoundly? It's hard to imagine that the answer is yes.
A white plate with escamoles at the center, with chips, guacamole and salsaon the side

Taste of Mexico: Escamoles

0
Mexico food influencer María Meléndez makes a case for why you should try this traditional central Mexico dish of ant larvae — if only once.
A dry river in Nuevo León, Mexico, a state at risk of having its water resources confiscated by the federal government for delivery to the U.S.

Mexico scrambles to boost US water deliveries ahead of next year’s USMCA treaty review

4
Northern states could see their water resources seized by the federal government as it strives to find water to send to the U.S.
An overhead shot of the reservoir “Miguel Alemán Valdés” in Valle de Bravo, showing moderately low water levels and boats on the reservoir

Cutzamala water levels are up from 2024, but ‘Day Zero’ fears linger in Mexico...

0
The reservoirs in Mexico City's Cutzamala system are doing better than last year — though that's not saying much.

What do I need to know before undergoing laser skin treatment in Mexico?

0
Medical expert Dr. Lara returns to share her advice on how to find the best laser skin treatments in Mexico.

Beauty and wellness apps to help you look and feel great anywhere, any time

0
From destination wedding makeup to relaxing couples massages, these apps let you pamper yourself in style, anytime or anywhere.
A photoshopped image of a strip of of old-fashioned film, with images of various Mexican actors and stills from movies.

Who were the stars of the golden age of Mexican cinema?

0
A Mexican Charlie Chaplain, a dashing lead and an actor with the voice of an angel — who were the biggest stars that graced Mexican screens in the 20th century?
An Indigenous Mexican man in traditional dress holds a smoking large goblet in his right hand and offers it ritualistically to a shrine covered with vegetation and a large sheet of fabric with birds and plants printed on it. Behind him, a man in non-traditional clothing looks on with his eyes closed.

In Mexico’s unique Holy Week processions, Indigenous tradition continues amid Catholic ritual

0
Influenced by a blend of pre-Hispanic customs and Hispanic culture, many of Mexico's fascinating Holy Week rituals and processions are unlike any others worldwide.
A hand-woven rug depicting a jazz band made of skeletons

Hecho en México: Felipe Juárez, San Miguel weaver

0
San Miguel weaver Felipe Juárez makes rugs and more for customers as far away as New Zealand, but he's never left his hometown, where he sells his creations each weekend.
Two cyclists, a man and a woman, bicycling on an empty stretch of highway on the Baja California Peninsula wearing yellow and black cycling clothing and bicycle helmets. The man gives the photographer a thumbs-up with his left hand

Adventures in Baja: An unforgettable cycling trip down the peninsula

4
San Diegans Dan and Becca Rumsey's 935-mile cycling adventure through the Baja Peninsula took them 10 days, but the memories they made will last a lifetime.
A couple runs through the Chichén Itzá archaeological site on a sunny day.

The Australian writing a guide to intercultural relationships with Mexicans

0
It was love at first bite when Sunny met and cooked for Héctor, her future husband; the complicated part came later, and now she provides resources for people in intercultural relationships like hers.
Fourteen-year-old twins Mía and Lía Cueva Lobato, from Guadalajara, took home a historic silver medal in the women’s 3-meter synchronized springboard final

Mexico celebrates historic Diving World Cup performance at home in GDL

0
Mexico claimed six medals at last weekend's World Aquatics Diving World Cup in Guadalajara, including two first-time golds.
Officials in construction vests and hard hats place a block of cement to celebrate a new phase in Mexico's affordable housing plan

Mexico announces plan to build 1.1M new homes by the end of Sheinbaum’s term

0
As housing prices have skyrocketed around the country, the government is aiming to boost new home construction and increasing access to government-backed home loans.
A snow and glacier-capped volcano with an old church in the foreground

UNAM: Mexico’s last remaining glaciers likely to disappear within 5 years

0
For years, Mexico’s glaciers have clung to existence against the odds. Now a leading researcher says their time is almost up.
Detained cartel leader Ernesto Fonseca Carillo "El Neto" in sunglasses

94-year-old Guadalajara Cartel founder ‘Don Neto’ released in Mexico

7
The "Narcos: Mexico" capo is still wanted in the U.S. for a DEA agent’s murder.
A dry river in Nuevo León, Mexico, a state at risk of having its water resources confiscated by the federal government for delivery to the U.S.

Mexico scrambles to boost US water deliveries ahead of next year’s USMCA treaty review

4
Northern states could see their water resources seized by the federal government as it strives to find water to send to the U.S.
Mexican architect Fernanda Canales sitting at a luxurious wood table with small, glass water pitchers and a wine glass half filled with water.

Meet the new generation of Mexico’s rising-star architects

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Mexico's new generation of leading architects is earning significant global awards and prompting reflections on the role and function of architecture.
A shot of colonial downtown Mérida in Yucatán

Mérida Arts District in the works after Yucatán attracts 7 billion pesos in real...

1
Yucatán has launched a $348 million investment in Mérida, promising hundreds of new jobs and a boost to tourism infrastructure.
Mexico exported three million tonnes of steel in 2024, with 2.3 million tonnes going to the U.S.

Mexico’s housing sector braces for impact of steel and aluminum tariffs

0
Beyond rising materials costs, Mexico must consider how U.S. trade policies will affect construction sector employment, industry representatives caution.
President Claudia Sheinbaum gestures from behind the podium at her morning press conference

Sheinbaum responds to Trump in cross-border water dispute: Friday’s mañanera recapped

11
President Sheinbaum emphasized that Mexico is complying with the treaty to the extent possible based on water availability.
A dry river in Nuevo León, Mexico, a state at risk of having its water resources confiscated by the federal government for delivery to the U.S.

Mexico scrambles to boost US water deliveries ahead of next year’s USMCA treaty review

4
Northern states could see their water resources seized by the federal government as it strives to find water to send to the U.S.
An overhead shot of the reservoir “Miguel Alemán Valdés” in Valle de Bravo, showing moderately low water levels and boats on the reservoir

Cutzamala water levels are up from 2024, but ‘Day Zero’ fears linger in Mexico...

0
The reservoirs in Mexico City's Cutzamala system are doing better than last year — though that's not saying much.

All you need to know about Eastern medicine in Mexico

3
Traditional Chinese medicine in Mexico is bigger than ever, with licensed practitioners all over the country offering a variety of techniques.

What do I need to know before undergoing laser skin treatment in Mexico?

0
Medical expert Dr. Lara returns to share her advice on how to find the best laser skin treatments in Mexico.

Beauty and wellness apps to help you look and feel great anywhere, any time

0
From destination wedding makeup to relaxing couples massages, these apps let you pamper yourself in style, anytime or anywhere.
U.S. President Donald Trump smiles from behind a podium

Tariff turmoil: Chronicle of a chaotic day in Washington

0
After sending mixed messages on Wednesday, the White House has clarified the most recent round of tariffs won't apply to Mexico.
A white Jeep with the logos of Dodge, Ram and Jeep - all Stellantis brands - in the background

Stellantis to pause production on some models amid auto sector shake-up

0
While some automakers hit the brakes on production in Mexico, some foreign manufacturers are eyeing Mexico's free trade tariff exemptions.
BYD charging station

FT: China is withholding approval for BYD’s Mexico plant due to tech concerns

6
Sources cited by The Financial Times revealed that Chinese EV company BYD sees Mexico’s allegiance to the U.S. as a potential dealbreaker in its nearshoring plans.
A hand-woven rug depicting a jazz band made of skeletons

Hecho en México: Felipe Juárez, San Miguel weaver

0
San Miguel weaver Felipe Juárez makes rugs and more for customers as far away as New Zealand, but he's never left his hometown, where he sells his creations each weekend.
A path of intricately placed rice grains (or sand) runs down a Mexican street, illustrating Mexico's approach to time

Ahorita and the art of finding meaning beyond the clock: A perspective from MND...

18
There's much to learn from the Mexican approach to time, Tamanna Bembenek writes.
Two cyclists, a man and a woman, bicycling on an empty stretch of highway on the Baja California Peninsula wearing yellow and black cycling clothing and bicycle helmets. The man gives the photographer a thumbs-up with his left hand

Adventures in Baja: An unforgettable cycling trip down the peninsula

4
San Diegans Dan and Becca Rumsey's 935-mile cycling adventure through the Baja Peninsula took them 10 days, but the memories they made will last a lifetime.
Altagracia Gómez

Who is Altagracia Gómez and why is President Sheinbaum thanking her?

3
The 32-year-old politician has become an important part of Mexico's political machine — who is she?
A selection of sashimi sushi on a wooden board

Puerto Vallarta’s international dining options: eclectic and unforgettable

0
Whether you're craving a proper French bistro moment, handmade pastas, Thai curry or an elegant omakase evening, Vallarta delivers.
Mexican spices

How Mexico revolutionized world cuisine

3
Is there any other country that has changed the culinary world as profoundly? It's hard to imagine that the answer is yes.
A white plate with escamoles at the center, with chips, guacamole and salsaon the side

Taste of Mexico: Escamoles

0
Mexico food influencer María Meléndez makes a case for why you should try this traditional central Mexico dish of ant larvae — if only once.
Foreground: bunch of green grapes. Background: bottles of wine in a row.

The Mexican Wine Council’s season of effort bears fruit

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After almost a century of hard work by advocates, Mexican wine is finally becoming a national favorite.