The MZ Made Journal

The Guelaguetza

Today marks the last day of the annual Guelaguetza festival, which celebrates the unique artistic and culinary traditions of all of the distinct in...

Oaxacan Holiday Tetelas Recipe

Holidays this year are all about staying home, safe and cozy. Whether you are alone or with a small group, what better way to brighten up the day...

Day of the Dead in Oaxaca

The Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos) celebrations in Oaxaca are a wonder to behold, and an absolute blast to participate in. The celebrations ...

Guelaguetza

Guelaguetza is a cultural festival that celebrates the unique folkloric dance, dress and music of distinct indigenous groups of Oaxaca. It takes pl...

A Zapotec Wedding

This weekend I got to attend the wedding of a dear artisan family and good friends to MZ, in Teotitlan del Valle. Like many of the cultural celebra...

Celebrating Christmas - the Zapotec Way!

While many people the world over celebrate Christmas, the traditions vary from place to place. With the holiday season in full swing, we’ve enjoyed...

Day of the Dead in Oaxaca

The celebration of Día De Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is magical time here in Oaxaca. It's a holiday that draws from the local indigenous traditi...

Oaxaca Travel Guide: Top 10 Cafés

Oaxaca may be known for its incredible cuisine, but its coffee culture has developed exponentially in the past decade, and the small city now boast...

The Spirit of Giving

Interview with Bernardo Sada Photos by Anna Bruce In September 2017, three 6+ magnitude earthquakes shook Mexico, the strongest of which hit the st...