Tijuana native nominated by CANIRAC as the “Best Young Chef of the Year”

CANIRAC has revealed the names of those nominated to the Restaurant Distinction Awards; the highest recognition in Mexico. And it seems that Tijuana may win an award in one of these categories. The categories that will be awarded are the following: “RESTAURANT OWNER OF THE YEAR DISTINCTION” CATEGORY “CHEF OF THE YEAR” CATEGORY “NEMESIO DIEZ […]

August 26, 2022 at 7:19 PM PDT

Marina del Pilar announces date when construction of road node “El Gallo” in Ensenada will conclude

Baja California Governor Marina del Pilar visited one of the projects that is about to conclude in Ensenada, road node El Gallo. This project will help people’s mobility, since it is located in one of the busiest areas of the municipality. During her tour, she committed to finish this project by October 30. During her […]

August 26, 2022 at 6:28 PM PDT

Expo Tlaqueparte will come back to Rosarito with the best handicraft in September

The exhibition that brings together the best of jewelry and handicraft from all over the world is back in Baja Californian lands. That’s right! Expo TlaquepArte will take place, like in the last few years, at the Baja California Convention Center in Rosarito. Where do these handicraft and decorations come from?: Peru, Colombia, Argentina, Cuba, […]

August 26, 2022 at 6:08 PM PDT

Even cheaper? Family Dollar San Diego will lower their prices

Have you ever purchased anything from Family Dollar? We have good news for you! This store has recently announced that soon customers will be able to find even cheaper prices to the ones they currently have. According President & Chief Executive Officer, Mike Witynsky, Family Dollar’s new competitive prices will improve their productivity and sale […]

August 26, 2022 at 9:38 AM PDT

“Taquería Taconazo” at La Cacho in Tijuana disappoints for their mini tacos and lack of flavor

On this episode of Una Mordida Tacos Tijuana, our host Chef Danny Betancourt went to “Taquería Taconazo” located at Av. Guanajuato 2416 Col. Madero (Cacho). Here he tried two tacos: an asada taco and a tripe taco, both priced at $1.6 dollars ($32 pesos). Asada Taco This taco has carne asada (grilled beef), guacamole, onion, […]

August 25, 2022 at 7:02 PM PDT

Marina del Pilar finalizes historic binational project to sanitize the Tijuana River

Governor Marina del Pilar has said that thanks to this project, present and future generations of the coastal areas of both countries will be benefited, since it is looking to eradicate wastewater filtration to the seas on both sides of the border, which has had negative consequences throughout the years. This was mentioned during a […]

August 25, 2022 at 3:46 PM PDT

Goodbye lines! San Ysidro Port of Entry is working on program to preregister border crossings

A few days ago, the San Ysidro Chamber of Commerce revealed that a program was being considered so that border crossings between Tijuana and San Diego went by quicker and more efficiently, since this helps the megaregion’s economy. As such, today the following was explained: both CBP and the Chamber of Commerce are working on […]

August 25, 2022 at 3:19 PM PDT

In the midst of a crisis, man tries to commit suicide at San Ysidro Port of Entry

On Wednesday evening, August 24 2022, Tijuana municipal police officers responded to a call to the International San Ysidro port of entry due to a man who was in the midst of a crisis while carrying a knife. He was treated by paramedics who arrived at the border crossing in an ambulance. According to TJ […]

August 25, 2022 at 12:46 PM PDT

Presale for Daddy Yankee concert in Tijuana begins

Daddy Yankee is known for his huge “old-timey” and modern reggaeton hits. A while ago, he announced his retirement from music which is why he is currently on his worldwide “La Última Vuelta” tour, which will have a show in Tijuana. Tijuana is a venue that has concerts all throughout the year and “The Big […]

August 24, 2022 at 7:14 PM PDT

Baja Californian students will benefit from economic investment in basic education: Marina del Pilar

During the weekly press conference by Governor Marina del Pilar she said that one of her main concerns is to create a healthy and safe environment for students. One of these issues has been the intense heat waves that can affect students' health, as well as teachers. Due to this, Marina del Pilar has said […]

August 24, 2022 at 4:20 PM PDT

Passengers experience true terror on Viva Aerobús flight to Los Angeles

There are hundreds of people who are scared of flying and probably have seen or experienced something terrible, like what happened on a flight that departed from Guadalajara to Los Angeles, California where it looked like the airplane’s engine was going to blow up. This experience was recorded and spread on social media. One can […]

August 24, 2022 at 2:38 PM PDT

“Pacific Train” project is revived: it will be the longest in Mexico linking Los Cabos, Tijuana & Chiapas

Can you imagine a train that connects the entire Pacific? To travel from Tijuana to Los Cabos to even Chiapas? This could become a reality thanks to representative Miguel Torruco Garza who has once again resumed the project to build these railways. Since May, Torruco has pushed his initiative: Mexico has a very strong economic […]

August 24, 2022 at 1:44 PM PDT

Huge handmade corn tortillas by “Tacos La Pasadita” amaze in Tijuana

On this episode of Una Mordida Tacos Tijuana, our host Chef Danny Betancourt went to “Tacos La Pasadita” located at El Chorrito #12745, 20 de Noviembre. On this occasion he tried two tacos: a carne asada taco and an adobada taco priced at $1.7 dollars ($33 pesos). Asada Taco This taco has carne asada (grilled […]

August 23, 2022 at 7:36 PM PDT

Governor Marina del Pilar announces new investments for Baja California

Baja California has become one of the most representative states regarding greater investment nationwide. During the first semester of 2022, more than $1,260.6 billion dollars have been invested as recorded by the Secretariat of Economy and Innovation (SEI) which will benefit Baja Californians with more sources of employment and better wages. In addition, another investment […]

August 23, 2022 at 6:58 PM PDT

Cost for crossing border through Otay II Port of Entry will start at $5 dollars

Border crossing from Tijuana to the US can be tedious due to the unbearable waiting times for those who don’t have SENTRI. However, the construction of the new toll-based Otay Mesa East Port of Entry, also known as Otay II, will help to reduce waiting times for those who need to enter the US quickly […]

August 23, 2022 at 4:51 PM PDT

Fight between CBP officers and undocumented immigrants at Playas de Tijuana border wall goes viral

Yesterday, a TikTok user shared several videos where one can see undocumented people crossing successfully the Playas de Tijuana border wall. In another video one can see how two CBP officers wait on motorcycles for the men crossing the border to get to the ground. This incident was recorded by woman who was apparently walking […]

August 23, 2022 at 1:12 PM PDT

Tijuana native fashion designer Kiko Baez triumphs creating designs for international artists

Do you know Kiko Baez? A proudly Tijuana native, he is 22 years old and his designs have been worn by some of the most important urban artists today, and some athletes, such as “Canelo” Álvarez. In fact, he recently went to Baja Beach Fest where he met Daddy Yankee who used one of the […]

August 23, 2022 at 9:37 AM PDT

Marina del Pilar attends laying of foundation stone of the Otay II Port of Entry

Baja California Governor Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda was a guest of honor at the laying of the foundation stone of the Otay II international port of entry event. As its name suggests, this border crossing will be located at Otay Mesa in San Diego County and it will be a part of a project […]

August 22, 2022 at 8:09 PM PDT

New Otay Mesa East toll-based border crossing will take 20 minutes

Currently crossing from Tijuana to San Diego or Otay Mesa is an agony both for residents and tourists as well as people who live in Tijuana and work in the US. This is due to the long lines and waiting times that happen every day. However, the new toll-based Otay Mesa East border crossing will […]

August 22, 2022 at 7:23 PM PDT

Dream debut for Tijuana native Alfredo Gutiérrez who played in the NFL with the San Francisco 49ers

The debut by Mexican Alfredo Gutiérrez with the San Francisco 49ers has received praised from several people who foretell for him a promising future in the NFL. On his first preseason match, his team won a match against the Minnesota Vikings. The Mexican player was awarded a game ball for his efforts. Alfredo Gutiérrez is […]

August 22, 2022 at 2:11 PM PDT