Today’s image is the portrait of a smiling grandmother and her granddaughter that I made a couple of days ago. On my way back from the supermarket, I saw three Mayan women; three generations it turned out, as Grandmother, mother and granddaughter were sitting in front of their avocados and lemons baskets while having lunch; … Read more
Volcán de Fuego seems to be more active during the dry season that spans from November through April, but the reality is we are just able to see more eruptions as the skies have less clouds, a lot less clouds during those months.
Today I share with you a portrait I made of world-famous Vanessa Pilon from Montreal, a Canadian television presenter and fashion icon, during the filming of an upcoming show of Allons boire ailleurs: Guatemala [Let’s Drink Elsewhere]. I was fortunate to be one of the local hosts in Antigua Guatemala. You should be able to … Read more
This is the perfect time to to take one of my tailor-made full immersion coffee tours where to visit coffee shops, talk to baristas, visit a roaster, coffee plantation and small-plot coffee farmers. It’s a day full history, coffee trivia and coffee vistas. Get in touch with me if you would like to be take … Read more
Here’s your illustrated Guatemalan Spanish word of the day: Reloj de sol for sundial. Can you tell what it is on the sundial?
Here’s your illustrated Guatemalan Spanish word of the day: Cubre muros for wall creeper plant. As I mentioned yesterday, rustic walls and plants, especially creeper plants are part of the aesthetic of Antigua Guatemala. Do you like this aesthetic?
One of the most sought after aesthetics of Antigua Guatemala is bare walls of ruins with rustic textures. Pair this aesthetic with color and vibrant exotic flowers and your have a winning combination. The white flowers shown in the picture go by the name of banderas, or flags (spathiphylium). The other exotic and expensive plant … Read more
In the most southeast end of Antigua Guatemala you can find this 3- arch gate for the Hermitage of El Calvario. El Calvario or Calvary (Golgotha) is the name of the mount on the outskirts of Jerusalem where it is believed that Jesus Christ was crucified. This church with its three arches provides a symbolic representation … Read more
The washbasins at Pilas de Santa Clara, better known as Tanque de La Unión, must be the most photogenic laundromat in the world, don’t you think?
The Franciscans were among the first religious orders to arrive to Guatemala, 1530. The construction of this church began in 1579, through the centuries this building has been partially destroyed by earthquakes. This latest reconstruction began in 1960. Click here to see the entire façade of Iglesia de San Francisco El Grande.
Here’s your illustrated Spanish word of the day: Palomas for pigeons or doves.
As I have said before, ayote en miel is among the most popular desserts for Día de Todos los Santos (Feast of All Souls) and Día de los Fieles Difuntos (Day of the Dead). If you’re wondering what is ayote? well, ayotes are sort of like pumpkins. I bet you didn’t know that Guatemala is … Read more
In a “normal year,” today we would be commemorating Día de Todos Santos, All Saints Day, and Día de los Fieles Difuntos, Day of the Dead through out Guatemala. Needless to say, this year the cemeteries were closed from October 31st through November 2nd to minimize crowds and the contagion of Sars-Cov-2. Not all things … Read more