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ByLydia Carey June 26, 2014September 1, 2025 Updated onSeptember 1, 2025

Lydia Carey

I have been living in and writing about Mexico for almost 20 years and Mexico City for almost 15 of those. My writing focuses on food, history, local culture, and all the amazing stories that this place has to tell. I also give food and history tours in the city and am the author of the book "Mexico City Streets: La Roma" about Colonia Roma, the neighborhood where I live.

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Mexico City’s Incredible Xochimilco and las Chinampas
ByLydia Carey June 9, 2017August 13, 2025 Updated onAugust 13, 2025

Xochimilico and Mexico City’s southern canals are one of the city’s most beautiful places to see. Here is what you need to know.

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Day of the Dead Tianguis – Jamaica Market
ByLydia Carey October 25, 2017August 9, 2025 Updated onAugust 9, 2025

I don’t know what it is about this particular autumn in Mexico City but it feels cooler and crisper than…

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City Wandering Local Traditions Outside the City Limits

A Mexican Love Story: Popocatépetl & Iztaccihautl
ByLydia Carey April 16, 2021August 5, 2025 Updated onAugust 5, 2025

Here’s my embarrassingly nervous interview with the folks at The Latin America show on Mexico’s favorite love story

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City Wandering Centro Historico Eating and Drinking Guides & Tips La Condesa La Roma

Where to try mezcal in Mexico City?
ByLydia Carey January 24, 2022August 9, 2025 Updated onAugust 9, 2025

Mezcal in Mexico City is plentiful and delicious, you just need to know where to go.

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City Wandering Centro Historico Outside the City Limits

Street walking in the Merced
ByLydia Carey November 30, 2013September 1, 2025 Updated onSeptember 1, 2025

The Merced is traditionally known for two things: the market and the prostitutes. But in this neighborhood, one of the…

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City Wandering Centro Historico Del Valle La Roma

Spectacular Sunday in Mexico City
ByLydia Carey July 20, 2015August 31, 2025 Updated onAugust 31, 2025

I’ve been challenged by a friend to write a series of guides to the different days of the week in…

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