oming out of the final turn, I slam the gas pedal until it’s flush against the floor. The 483-horsepower Ferrari F430 responds immediately, and I savor the smooth acceleration of a car designed to go from 0-60 MPH in 4.0 seconds. But the first turn comes up fast, a yellow cone warning me to slow down […]
Mexico
Pujol Restaurant Review: The Best Mexican Food on the Planet
Dave’s review of Pujol restaurant in Mexico City, which was recently ranked the 17th best restaurant in the world.
Walking Tour of Mexico City’s Historic Center
Dave takes us along on his walking tour of Mexico City’s historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, featuring the largest church in the Americas.
The Time I was Ripped Off By a Taxi in Mexico City
Dave shares his one and only experience being ripped off by a taxi driver in Mexico City, after he refused to turn on the meter mid-ride.
Snorkeling with Whale Sharks in Cancun
Dave’s experience snorkeling with whale sharks off the coast of Cancun, Mexico in May, plus lunch at Playa Norte on Isla Mujeres.
Architect Luis Barragán’s House and Studio
Luis Barragán was born in Guadalajara in 1902. He began designing his house in Mexico City for someone else in 1948, then decided to keep it for himself.
Central Campus at Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM)
I began my first day in Mexico City with a subway ride to the Central University City Campus of the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM).
Tequila Tour: Agave Landscape and the Industrial Facilities of Tequila
Dave goes on a tequila tour in Jalisco, Mexico, including a tour of Tres Mujeres distillery, tequila tastings, and a walk through the pueblo of Tequila.
Hospicio Cabañas, and the Murals of José Clemente Orozco
Located in Guadalajara’s historic city center, a short 15-minute walk from the Cathedral, is Hospicio Cabañas, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Scenes from Guadalajara’s Historic City Center
A photo essay featuring the buildings of Guadalajara’s historic city center, including the cathedral and Palacio de Gobierno.