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#CurvyBloggersMX, A Great Inclusive Movement in Mexico
It was through social media that the movement called #CurvyBloggersMx was presented to the community with the mission of promoting diversity among women with curves so "women can gain strength and have a happier and better life without being ashamed of their bodies." After the first successful 100% Mexican campaign directed by Pris Arias "La […]
A Gringo in Mexico’s Top 25 Baja Bites 2016
As a San Diego-based writer of Mexican food, culture, and travel, I'm in a fortunate position both geographically and gastronomically. The international border and gateway to Baja California is only twenty tasty minutes away by car. Across the frontera lies a plethora of culinary delights from street food to fine dining, from traditional to […]
Fewer Incidents This Christmas in Baja California
All kinds of accidents happened between Dec. 24 and 25: Explosions by fireworks, family violence, fires, vehicular accidents, and more; however, the Ministry of State Public Security (SSPE) said that this years reports decreased compared to 2016. Baja California dialed emergency numbers on Christmas Eve (Noche Buena) and Christmas. More than 8 thousand calls that […]
Mexican Students Win Second Place in Robochallenge Contest in Romania
Students of the National Polytechnic Institute (IPN), obtained the second place, in the international contest RoboChallenge in the category of Air Race, developed by the Polytechnic University of Bucharest, Romania. The students who won the final against the squad of Turkey are Eduardo Olvera Ramírez and Mario Alberto Troncoso Andreu from the Interdisciplinary Professional Unit […]
8 Baja Events in 2017 You Can’t Miss
The year 2016 is about to end, so it wouldn't be weird at all if you decide to start making plans for 2017. Prepare for a series of upcoming events that will bring us beer, music and lots of fun! Here we present some of the events that will take place in the region next […]
Best of Baja: Beer Festival Nominees 2016
A few years ago, "beer festivals" where something that happened very rarely in the region, and even so, they didn't even qualified as a REAL festival for some. But those dark times are behind us, because the popularity of craft beer has grown in the state and people are now demanding quality events revolving around […]
10 Awesome Holiday Songs to Forget About Christmas Carols For a Moment
It is more than normal that during the Christmas shopping -or Dec. 25 itself- the almost obliged soundtrack are Christmas Carols, and if you happen to be a Latino, then you certainly must've had the pleasure of hearing the classic Holiday songs of Singer Luis Miguel… Yes, these soundtracks are nice, but we're pretty sure […]
Mexicans Win Electronics Competition in Belgium
Three students of the National Polytechnic Institute (IPN) obtained the first place of the category Electronics and Mechanics in the international competition Innova Brussels, in Belgium, for the design of a "smart bed" that makes the experiences more pleasant for anyone. In this edition of the contest, more than 65,300 innovations from 20 countries participated […]
The 9 Most Shocking TV Deaths of 2016
Whether 2016 has been a good year or not, one thing is completely certain, it brought us shocking deaths of many characters in different television series that cheered some and broke the hearts of others. We decided to make a brief count of those that will undoubtedly go down in the history of TV. Of […]
US Consulate in Tijuana Will Not Open this Monday
TIJUANA.- Christmas is tomorrow, which means that many will take a well deserved vacation to celebrate these Holidays in the company of the family. Also, it means that different places will also be closed, and one of them is the United States Consulate in Tijuana. Through twitter, the US Consulate in Tijuana announced that due […]
Enjoy Ice Skating at the Christmas Village in Mexicali
MEXICALI.- Apparently, there will be no ice rink this year in Tijuana, but if you do not want to stay out of this experience you have two options: Go to some of the places San Diego has for ice skating, or go to the Holiday Village of Mexicali. From Dec. 12 to Jan. 8, the […]
Best of Baja: Asian Food Restaurant Nominees
In Mexico, the best flavors from the "eastern side" of the world are located in Baja, where cultures mix to create a way of living and eating. Arts here have no limits, thus, cooking either. So this year we decided to mention the most important places for eating Asian Food in this state, a region […]
Forbes Mexico Names Tijuana Native as One of Country’s Most Creative People
"Tijuanense" Alfredo "Libre" (Free) Gutiérrez has made it on Forbes Mexico's latest list of the "Most Creative Mexicans in the World". An architect by profession, but a muralist of passion, has left a mark thanks to his magnificent colorful creations in various parts of the country, and he has not been the exception in his […]
Best of Baja 2016: Best Restaurant Nominees
Baja California has many virtues, and among them is the FOOD… yes, we already know this region is a very awesome place for that (That's what this entire series is about), but not everything is seafood or pork dishes on the street, as high level restaurants are also part of the magic of this state. […]
Best of Baja 2016: Food Truck Nominees
Food Trucks are starting to appear at a fast rate in the state of Baja California, with more than 300 trucks accommodated in places such as Valle de Guadalupe, Tecate and Tijuana. Some of them are internationally renowned, and others are gaining strength thanks to their very original food options, and their glorious taste. The […]
Explosion at Fireworks Market in Mexico Leaves Multiple Injured
Around 14:00 hours there was a strong explosion in the San Pablito fireworks market in Tultepec, State of Mexico, which left at least 70 injured and 9 dead, according to the Federal Police of Mexico. Luis Felipe Puente, coordinator of Civil Protection, reported the incident and asked citizens not to go more than five kilometers […]
Best of Baja 2016: Best Concert Nominees
This year was key for the entertainment industry in Baja, where artists of international recognition visited the border city to offer people the show of their lives. Many of the artists who performed in our region left an impactful chapter in the history of the concerts, because before this year, it was kind of unimaginable […]
Christmas Will Arrive to Immigrants This Tuesday in Tijuana
TIJUANA.- Christmas is not just a gift, this holiday symbolizes peace, harmony and solidarity, so for this Tuesday in the celebration organized by the Espacio Migrante (Immigrant Space) for the International Day of Migrants, so Tijuanenses can give the immigrants a sample of how the city celebrates this tradition. This free event will have everything […]
Best of Baja: Upcoming Urban Project 2016
On this occasion "Best of Baja 2016" adds the "New Urban Project" category to highlight those new places, which based on their impact, characteristics and legacy act as a contribution to the city where they are. From the novelty of its architecture, its conceptualization, as well as the rescue of some spaces to make it […]
“Parque Morelos” Train Will Turn Into a Polar Express Tonight
TIJUANA.- Christmas is taking over each corner of the city of Tijuana and now is the turn for Parque Morelos to prove this, that's why, the park will host its second Christmas at the Zoo, where people of all ages can have fun in a recreational space while encouraging sensitivity to animals. Walk in the […]