Archive - A Year in Oaxaca

January 2025

Oaxaca in Photos: #3 (Street Art)

Murals and street art from around Oaxaca.

Jan 31 •

Sneaking into the Mexican James Beard Awards

In which our fixer Sophie gets me into the Culinaria Mexicana 250, Mexico's biggest restaurant awards ceremony.

Jan 29 •

A Year in Oaxaca: Part 3 — Settling In

Days after moving in, Edgar wondered if we were ok.

Jan 25 •

Forays Into Agave

I begin setting the stage for future writing about mezcal.

Jan 22 •

A Year in Oaxaca: Part 2 — A New Home

After landing in Oaxaca we head to our new house.

Jan 18 •

Home Improvement: Una Escalera Caracol (Part 3)

Construction of our spiral staircase is finally completed.

Jan 15 •

A Year in Oaxaca: Part 1 — Arriving in Mexico

Or; A Customs Agent Takes Our Beans

Jan 12 •

Oaxaca in Photos: #2

More photos from life in Oaxaca.

Jan 7 •

How to Move to Mexico

A starter guide for leaving the United States.

Jan 4 •

U.S. vs. Mexico: Reflections on 2024

After 15 months in Mexico the comparison is as stark as ever.

Jan 2 •

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