Mexico

One Layer Deeper is a look at pop culture from a multicultural and global perspective. We look at movies and TV projects and dig “one layer deeper” to talk about some things you may have missed. In this edition, we […]

On Cinco de Mayo, are those in the United States celebrating this Mexican holiday by eating what they think to be “traditional dishes?” Folks in the United States tend to celebrate the holiday itself more than in Mexico, according to Businessinsider. […]

An earthquake measuring 6.2 on the Richter scale rocked Guatemala this week, with tremors felt as far away as El Salvador and Mexico. In the quake’s aftermath, people took to social media to document the damage. For those who felt […]

Dia de los Muertos, the “Day of the Dead,” has been a tradition in Mexico for over 3,000 years originating from the Aztecs. Celebrated by Latinos across the globe, it has been on the rise in the U.S.A., which shouldn’t be […]

El Dia de los Muertos is a day full of colorful decorations and food to celebrate those that have passed. In Merida, Yucatan, the celebration is called Hanal Pixan. This is influenced by Mayan culture. Hanal Pixan lasts a total […]

Day of the Dead, or Dia de los Muertos, is a holiday celebrated in many countries throughout Latin America, but it is mostly associated with Mexico. The purpose of this holiday is to commemorate the deceased. People celebrate their deceased […]

It’s late, you’re hungry and you want something quick. In America, fast food restaurants like McDonalds, Taco Bell and Wendy’s are an easy and cheap option for quick (mediocre) food. While many countries also have chain fast food restaurants like […]

Throughout the world, many countries set aside a day to praise and honor the strong, reliable women who raised us: our mothers. While most of the world celebrates Mother’s Day on the second Sunday in May, there are many different […]