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The Page Turner14 May

Candid Camera

When a camera washed up on the beach of Stone Island, four determined sleuths searched until they found the owner – in Chihuahua.

The Page Turner5 May

Cinco de Mayo – México and the U.S.

In the big scheme of things Cinco de Mayo seems like an insignificant celebration of a short lasting victory. But its importance far surpasses its popularity.

The Page Turner30 Apr

Tequila vs. Mezcal

Not all bottles of mezcal contain the famous “worm” (actually a larva that can infest maguey plants), but if added, it is added during the bottling process.

The Page Turner23 Apr

México’s Middle Class

Too many Americans still perceive Mexicans as a people who are predominantly poor, under-educated, and willing to gamble everything to get to the U.S.

The Page Turner16 Apr

Is Pemex Ready for Prime Time?

México’s state-owned oil company Petróleos Mexicanos (Pemex) is now preparing to drill deep water exploratory wells in the Gulf of Mexico.

The Page Turner9 Apr

The Rituals Surrounding Santa Muerte

The cult of Santa Muerte, as it is called, is said to have surged in the 1940s in lower-class neighborhoods in Mexico City.

The Page Turner4 Apr

A Peek into Mazatlán’s Future

I think I am part of the small minority who sees the future of Mazatlán in its port, not its sand.

The Page Turner26 Mar

Finding a Margarita: The Lady and her Cocktail

The first mention in print of a Margarita cocktail is in the December 1953 issue of Esquire magazine where it states simply that, ‘She’s from Mexico, Señores, and she is lovely to look at, exciting and provocative’.

The Page Turner19 Mar

Pueblos Mágico

Last month I heard about Pueblos Mágico (Magical Towns) for the first time. I think now that I have discovered this interesting program, everyone in Mazatlán knows about it. But, just in case there are a few like me, I would like to tell you about it.

The Page Turner12 Mar

The Bracero Program

During WWII, under the Bracero Program, more than 4.5 million Mexican workers left their rural towns and villages and traveled north to work in the U.S.

The Page Turner5 Mar

Should I Have a Facebook Account?

47% of the world’s population that has access to the internet and Facebook has an account with Facebook.

The Page Turner27 Feb

Mexican Politics for Dummies – Part III

A three part look at México’s political parties and how they operate, the presidential candidates, and how México conducts its national political campaigns.

The Page Turner20 Feb

Mexican Politics for Dummies – Part II

A three part look at México’s political parties and how they operate, the presidential candidates, and how México conducts its national political campaigns.

The Page Turner13 Feb

Mexican Politics for Dummies – Part I

A three part look at México’s political parties and how they operate, the presidential candidates, and how México conducts its national political campaigns.

The Page Turner6 Feb

Do You “Own” Your Home?

Foreign citizens cannot own land within 100 km of the borders or 50 km of the sea; however, foreigners can have a beneficial interest in such land through a trust.

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THE PAGE TURNER

  • Candid Camera
  • Cinco de Mayo – México and the U.S.
  • Tequila vs. Mezcal
  • México’s Middle Class
  • Is Pemex Ready for Prime Time?

READER POLL

If you could choose just one, what would be your favourite food in Mazatlán?

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    The 2nd Annual Quicksilver surfing contest was postponed because organizers say they received no financial help from the tourism department. Should the State sponsor tourism events in Mazatlan?

    • Yes, they bring tourists and money. (55%, 46 Votes)
    • Depends on the event. (23%, 19 Votes)
    • No, they should be privately sponsored. (10%, 8 Votes)
    • Depends on government resources. (8%, 7 Votes)
    • Have no opinion. (4%, 3 Votes)

    Total Voters: 83

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    • El Aljibe de S. Pedro
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    • Tony’s Burgers
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    • ZASSHI – Japanese Bistro

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