The Amazonian

Daniel Hernadez, in my opinion one of the best Mexico City bloggers currently blogging, has a new book out. I haven't read it, so I can't offer an opinion. But the link that lead me there got me wondering if my book, published with Lulu, had made it onto Amazon in paperback form. It has! … Continue reading The Amazonian →

Appleplectic Rage

Dear Steve, I've bought three of your devices in recent years, all iPods. They're all ingenious devices really, even if I am forced to sync them with the bloatware you call 'iTunes'. And your customer service for in-warranty products is excellent. Which is just as well given that not one of the devices has ever … Continue reading Appleplectic Rage →

The Favourite

Do I have a favourite turtle, of the ten living in my yard? It's tough to choose. Bob has always had the most character. Florecita took an awful lot of TLC and cash to save her from an early grave when we rescued her. Paola's favourite is Angus. And then there is Baby, the turtle … Continue reading The Favourite →

The Hunt Begins

I last job hunted back in the 90's. It was such a chore. You had to wait for the jobs section to be published in the local paper on Thursdays. The state run Employment Centre had advertisements for the dregs of the employment market. The national papers ran adverts for top end jobs that were … Continue reading The Hunt Begins →

Tradiciones

Remember the Estrellas del Bicentenario series of short videos that Televisa produced? Well, they are back at it again, with a series called Tradiciones. Here's the Veracruz episode. There's more to be found on YouTube if you look around. British TV has also been celebrating Mexico. Although not everyone has seen the funny side. Humour … Continue reading Tradiciones →

A Footballing Interlude

Today is the last day of the transfer window in the UK, and Europe, a last chance to buy a player or three to help chase a place in Europe. Or to stave off relegation. While the window opens on January 1st, the most exciting deals are often completed in the final hours on the … Continue reading A Footballing Interlude →

Portions and Profiteroles

When I first came to Mexico City, portions were always generous, and quality was a quality necessary for survival. Mexico City lives on its stomach, and if a restaurateur/street stall fails to deliver, his business will fall over in no time. There's no better business to get into if you believe the statistics. While the … Continue reading Portions and Profiteroles →