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Jul 7, 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.
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Jun 30, 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.
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Jun 21, 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.
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Jun 9, 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.
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Jun 9, 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**.
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May 26, 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.
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May 3, 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.
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Apr 18, 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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Apr 12, 2022
The Difference between Mexican Coasts
This article aims to give you some food for thought when you’re picking a spot to visit or live in, but it’s not going to be a comprehensive guide. It’s a metaphor. There are great differences between Los Cabos and Huatulco. There are also vast differences between Tampico and Chetumal. So keep in mind that the mark of a metaphor is that when it’s taken literally, it’s reduced to absurdity.
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Apr 6, 2022
Making Sense of Spanish Diminutive Names
In short, a Spanish diminutive name is a nickname that you use in place of a typical Spanish given name. We do this in English all the time without realizing it. Bob for Robert, Jack for Jonathan, Suzie for Susanne. . . etc. A classic Spanish example would be Mari for María. Using a diminutive name is a way of denoting affection—and it never hurts to let people know that you’re working to become a part of their culture.
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Mar 18, 2022
Guide to La Huasteca Potosina
La Huasteca Potosina Natural Reserve and Water Park is where you want to go to get that adrenaline fix while taking in one of the most idyllic natural wonders in all of Mexico. Let’s just say, if you’re into photography, then you’ll surely find that one incredible Instagram-worthy spot that will make your portfolio.
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Mar 14, 2022
What is Huapango?
Huapango is a Mexican musical genre that has different specific styles throughout Mexico. The most common forms of huapango are the *arribeño, norteño, huasteco,* and the *huapango de mariachi*. We’ll cover these in more detail later in the article.
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