Caught on Tape: Progressive Politician Slaps Transvestite

TAMAULIPAS. A video started to circulate over social media last weekend showing the violent reaction by Jorge Valdez Vargas, a member of Mexico's progressive party known as PRD, against Fernando Martinez Rodriguez. Martinez is a transvestite known by the nick-name "La Mayra" who leads neighbors in the municipality of Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas and was speaking […]

Kamikaze: The Spiciest Taco in all of Tijuana

TIJUANA. I Convinced three freinds of mine to try out the spiciest taco in all of Tijuana, which I think we have found. The Kamikaze Taco, also known as the "Taco Suicida" or Suicide Taco (that is really what they call it), contains three habanero chile peppers, salsa, carne asada, guacamole, onion, and cilantro. We […]

Artists and Gourmets in Tijuana: What’s Not to Like?

Friday night, and the Centro was hoppin' in downtown Tijuana. A long line was forming on the sidewalk in front of Black Box, concertgoers eagerly waiting for the Chilean indie rock band Lucybell. Down the street, friends enjoying cocktails gathered at small tables at the new chic Cantina 67 by Bambi. [p]And in spots here […]

Mexican Inspired Batman to Celebrate Independence Month

MEXICO.- Colorful Batmans adorned with typical Mexican decorations including Day of the Dead, Mariachi, or pre-hispanic engravings were created by at least 30 Mexicans and national collectives in an exhibit named "Batman a través de la creatividad mexicana", or "Batman expressed by Mexican Creativity", to commemorate 75th anniversary of one of the most beloved comic […]

Mark Zuckerberg visits Mexican President

MEXICO.- During the annual "Mexico XXI Century" event hosted by Telmex Foundation, Mark Zuckerberg, founder of Facebook, visited Mexico as part of his agenda that included a meeting with Mexico President Enrique Peña Nieto. Telmex Foundation is the main telephone and internet provider in the country, and is owned by Carlos Slim, the second richest […]

Baja California Once Again in the List of Best Latin American Restaurants

Baja California cuisine was recently named cultural patrimony of the state, and with good reason, because it continues to stand out in terms of originality, freshness, and quality all around the world. This time, The Worlds 50 Best has published an annual list of the "50 Best Restaurants in Latin America" and the two restaurants […]

Baja California Brewers Triumph at “Mexico Beer 2014”

MEXICO CITY. "Mexico Beer" is the largees event held each year in the Latin American industry, with more than 150 brewers, importers, exporters, and supply chain services in attendance. The event includes competitions for each style, and this year Baja California brewers swept up medals at the event in all categories. "Cervecería Wendlandt" from Ensenada […]

Hillary Clinton won’t decide whether she will run for Presidency until January

MEXICO CIYT. Former Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton, announced that she won't decide whether she will run for Presidency in 2016 until January of next year. The former first lady visited Mexico City this week to attend an event hosted by Telmex Foundation where they discussed topics she is concerned with and of great interest […]

Belgian White and Cinnamon Horchata Beers by BLUE MOON

TIJUANA/SAN DIEGO.- I recently got the chance to try out two beers by Blue Moon brewery: the classic Belgian White Ale and a season special, infused with Mexican spirit, the Cinnamon Horchata Ale. These two styles are very different, but I admit I had kind of formed pre-concieved notions about, and was pleasantly surprised when […]

Tijuana and San Diego Leaders Unite Forces to Tackle Binational Issues

TIJUANA.- Federal Representative Juan Manuel Gastelum and San Diego's District Eight City Councilmember David Alvarez met yesterday to agree on strategies that will facilitate solutions to various binational problems. The meeting took place at Caesar's Restaurant in downtown Tijuana, where, in addition to discussing work matters, they enjoyed the famous trademark salad invented in Tijuana, […]

Former Marine Sgt. Tahmooressi will be back on court on September 9th

First Images of the next Mexico City Airport

MEXICO CITY.- This week the official announcement of what is expected to be Latin America's next, most important, international airport gave us a clear idea of the calibre of the project. The New International Airport in Mexico City was presented during an event attended by federal representatives, architects, and other leaders from the nearby region, […]

Pirates of the Caribbean torn between Rosarito, Australia, and Africa

ASUSTRALIA.- This weekend, it was announced that the Australian government has agreed to extend financial incentives to the production of the fifth installment of Pirates of the Carribbean. This decreases the possibility that the film may be shot at Baja Studios in Rosarito Beach, Baja Calfiornia. A week ago, it had been announced that the […]

Guillermo del Toro Invites Users to Make a Short-Film

UNITED STATES.-Mexican director, Guillermo del Toro, known for his diverse work ranging from science fiction, drama, and terror, has united forces with Youtube and entertainment company Legendary to invite those interested in film direction and the production of short films the opportunity to compete in a contest to mark the upcoming Halloween celebrations. Via a […]

Gustavo Cerati Has Died After 4 years in a coma

ARGENTINA.-This morning, the Spanish rock world is mourning the loss of legendary Argentinian rock singer Gustavo Cerati. The 55-year-old grammy-winner died after four years in a coma in a Buenos Aires hospital as a result of a stroke sufferred after a concert in Venezuela, reportedly as a result of a respiratory failure. Despite dying at […]

Limited Edition Mariachi Barbie Doll out soon

UNITED STATES.- Traditionally, Mexicans celebrate independence day out on the streets of their cities the night before ithe official holiday, where they go out and "shout out" to ring in the day of celebration on September 16th. But celebrations are not confined to that day only, and usually the entire month of September is celebrated […]

Mexico’s Public Debt Level Increases

MEXICO.- The panorama of Mexico's economy is getting darker. President Enrique Peña Nieto's second State of the Union address revealed that the nation's public debt level has increased by 21% in the 21 months since his administration began, an increase of over 1.2 trillion pesos, to total over 7 trillion pesos worth of national public […]

It takes two to tango: Restaurante Lorca and Cervecería Insurgente

TIJUANA.- Restaurante Lorca, a Spanish restaurant located in Colonia Cacho, will be holding a tasting of its delicious receipes paired with Cervecería Insurgente on September 11, where guests can try many items from their menu with beers like Tiniebla, or a wheat based American brown ale appropriately named Brown, as well as the classic Lupulosa, […]

Tijuana’s Insurgente Brewery Opens New Factory

This past Saturday Insurgente Brewery, undoubtedly one of the best craft brewers in Tijuana and Mexico, christened their new facilities in the company of Tijuana’s brewing royalty offering their line of four beers and some great surprises. With local cumbia rock band la Diabla setting the festive mood and tasty dishes from The Lunchbox food […]

Four economic development boards of Baja California and San Diego’s chamber of commerce sign an agreement to strengthen the mega region

In order to join efforts to strengthen the Mega Region, last June, the presidents of the Economic Development Boards from Tijuana, Tecate, Rosarito and Ensenada signed a collaboration agreement with San Diego's Regional Chamber of Commerce, presided by Jerry Sanders. The agreement is based on three guiding principles: infrastructure, education and economic development, and also […]