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What Is a “Mercería”? And Why We Don’t See Many of Them in the U.S.
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If you’ve ever lived in Mexico or visited often, you’ve probably seen a mercería. It’s one of those small neighborhood stores where people go to buy thread, buttons, elastic, zippers, and all sorts of sewing and craft supplies. Some are tiny — like the size of a hallway — and others, like Mercería del Refugio […] More
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Chespirito Returns to Free TV in Mexico
If you’ve ever spent time in Latin America, chances are you’ve heard of El Chavo del 8 or El Chapulín Colorado. These are more than just TV characters — they’re cultural icons, especially in Mexico and Brazil. Now, the man behind them, Chespirito, is back in the spotlight thanks to a new TV series […] More
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Why Do Some People in Mexico Say “¿Mande?” Instead of “¿Qué?”
If you’ve spent any time in Mexico, you might’ve noticed something different when people don’t hear what you said. Instead of answering ¿Qué? (“What?”), many people say: “¿Mande?” It literally means “Order me?” or “Command me?” — which sounds kind of intense, right? But in Mexico, it’s just a polite way to say, “I didn’t […] More
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American YouTubers in Mexico almost had a baby in Costco.
Almost a Costco Baby in Puerto Vallarta An American couple who have been living on and off in Mexico for the past six or seven years shared a very special (and tense!) moment in their latest YouTube video. While shopping at a Costco in Puerto Vallarta, the soon-to-be mom started having strong contractions — […] More
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What Is Lotería?
If you’ve ever been in a Mexican household during a family gathering or a festive night, chances are someone pulled out a deck of vibrant cards and shouted, “¡El Diablito!” That’s Lotería — a beloved Mexican table game full of color, culture, and nostalgia. How Lotería Works: Bingo with a Twist Lotería is often called […] More
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Decimal Comma or Decimal Point?
If you’ve ever studied Spanish or looked at prices or statistics in different countries, you may have noticed something confusing: numbers don’t always look the same. In most Spanish-speaking countries, the decimal separator is a comma, not a dot. For example: 1,5 litros = 1.5 liters €2.399,75 = 2,399.75 euros This follows the European format, […] More
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Easy but ridiculous over-the-top telenovela scene
Hay escenas de telenovela que pasan a la historia por su intensidad, otras por lo absurdo… y luego está esta joya. En este breve pero inolvidable fragmento, una villana digna de Halloween, con una actuación digna del Oscar al drama exagerado, decide envenenar a su empleada doméstica… ¡con veneno para ratas! Todo, por supuesto, con […] More
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Marilyn Monroe’s Birthday
Marilyn Monroe was born on June 1st, 1926 BOTD. The Hollywood star whose legacy continues to captivate the world. While much has been written about her life, few people are aware of her personal and heartfelt connection to Mexico — a country that played a surprisingly meaningful role in her story. A Mexican Heritage Marilyn […] More
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The Mexican Popemobile: From Pope Francis’ Mexico Tour to His Final Journey
A Symbol of Humility A humble Dodge Ram pickup, gifted by Mexico for Pope Francis’ 2016 visit, became an enduring symbol of his legacy when it served as his funeral hearse in 2025. This Mexican-made truck, a Popemobile for vibrant crowds, carried the Pope on his final journey through Rome, embodying his lifelong commitment to […] More
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in Culture, Mexico, Spanish, Vocabulary
Italian Fregare and Mexican Spanish Fregar
If someone in Rome says “Mi hai fregato!” or in Mexico City you hear “¡Me fregaste!”, they’re both saying “You tricked me!” or “You screwed me up!” These phrases, built on the verbs fregare (Italian) and fregar (Mexican Spanish), show a surprising link between two languages. Let’s break it down, with a peek at Rome’s […] More
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Cebolla con rabo.
You may need to watch this first: https://spanishny.com/comedy-skit-by-mexican-actor-eugenio-derbez/ Rabo, which means “tail” in Spanish, refers to the green stalk of the onion. In Mexico, cebolla con rabo or onion with a tail is the term used for a scallion. For example, in the phrase: “Make sure you add the onion with the […] More
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Comedy skit by Mexican actor Eugenio Derbez
Pepe Roni- Salmón Con Salsa Morita This video might be hard to follow. Eugenio Derbez delivers a rapid-fire mix of jokes and puns, most of which rely heavily on Mexican expressions and cultural references. Even if you speak Spanish from another country, many of the jokes may go over your head. I will […] More
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