Last month Flirt (my dog) and I made our first trip into Santa Clara del Cobre, Michocan. When I say I went into Santa Clara I went into a dusty, hot fire filled factory. My ears were filled with a constant ringing from over a dozen men hammering out copper by hand. In the center of the workshop a … [Read more...]
Lake Patzcuaro & the Surrounding Area, Michoacan State, Mexico
December 5, 2011 by
I recently came across David Haun’s fabulous Lake Patzcuaro blog. If you’ve never been to Michoacan State, this blog is a good introduction, and if you have visited the region, Lake Patzcuaro has fascinating information about the Monarch Migration, Fiesta de los Muertos (Feast of theDead) and … [Read more...]
Peyote People Gallery, Juarez 222, Downtown Puerto Vallarta
December 3, 2011 by
Peyote People Gallery is a fair trade co-operative based in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, that has been recognized by the Huichol Indian Traditional Government of San Andres, Cohamaita for not only promoting their artwork, but also for their commitment to the preservation of the Huichol customs and … [Read more...]
Peyote People and Colectika Mexican Folk Art Gallery, Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco
November 21, 2011 by
Peyote People, a fair trade co-operative recognized by the Traditional Huichol Indian Government of San Andres, Cohamaita, is a familiar Puerto Vallarta landmark committed to the promotion of Huichol artwork and the preservation of the Huichol customs and traditions. Colectika Mexican Folk art … [Read more...]
El Gato Gordo Cigars, (Fat Cat Cigars), Old Town Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco
October 10, 2011 by
El Gato Gordo is located in Old Town Puerto Vallarta, a 5-minute walk from the Malecon and steps from the Rio Cuale Bridge. El Gato Gordo specializes in specialty, top brand cigars – Cuban cigars, Mexican cigars, House cigars, Blends, Accessories, Pipes, Shishas, specialty and flavoured Tobacco and … [Read more...]
Aztlan Tattoo, Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico
July 29, 2011 by
Aztlan Tattoo is centrally located in the heart of Puerto Vallarta at Avenida Mexico 1193, across from the grocery store Ley and six blocks north of the infamous malecon. Mexican/Canadian owned, here at Aztlan you will find a clean, professional, friendly atmosphere. All of our needles are single … [Read more...]
