By Carlos Sánchez Rangel To speak of San Miguel de Allende is to speak of tourism. Since its resurgence in the 1940s, the town has been inextricably linked to the arrival of travelers who fall in love with its narrow streets, colorful houses, and colonial atmosphere. Yet lately, the local community has been talking about fewer tourists on the streets, hotels that aren't filling up, and empty restaurants. Meanwhile, the municipal administration has announced that San Miguel—in addition to...

By Cat Silver, Interior designer One of the pleasures of furnishing a home in México is the opportunity to use beautiful woods that are grown and worked locally. Beyond their natural beauty, Mexican woods bring a sense of place into our homes, connecting us to the landscape and rich traditions of local craftsmanship. Three woods you are likely to encounter when shopping for or commissioning furniture in central México are parota, mezquite and rosa morada. Each has a distinctive character and...

By Liam Stidham Growing up in México and coming back to school in September means that Independence Day is right around the corner and everyone is ready to celebrate it. The 16th of September is a very important day in our history, culture and tradition. It reminds us that 200 years ago a group of people called Los Conspiradores started a secret plan to uprise against Spanish rule. Their names were Father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, a Catholic priest who became the leader; Juan Aldama, a...