For Marrufo, a camera is a must-have, something to capture “the beautiful colors and trees all around,” and a notebook to capture what the camera cannot. “The inspiration will be everywhere,” she says ...

Stepping into the streets of Oaxaca (pronounced “wah-hah-kah”) City is like stepping into technicolor. Lush and colorful, its buildings and walls span the hues of the rainbow with some pieces of 16 th ...

Ivan Vasquez left his native Oaxaca 30 years ago, long before its modern renaissance, before the state became home to some of Mexico’s most impoverished residents began its lofty climb toward the top ...

It's also got quesillo, the cheese, Oaxacan cheese. 5. Mole! Oaxaca is famous for its 7 moles. We love mole negro (the dark mole containing chocolate) as well as mole amarillo which you can sample ...

Should I travel independently or book a tour? Booking a tour will spare you logistical hassle, but many featured destinations are easy to visit under your own steam. Although both states are large and ...

It's good! Finally back in Oaxaca we've popped home, gotten changed and now we're about to tuck into some tacos de cabeza or head tacos. These ones look especially saucy and very good. There's lots of ...

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