No trip to Mexico is complete without trying Mole Poblano. — I can still remember the very first time I tried Mole Poblano. My Mexican friend took me to the lively Mercado Merced. The scent of spices tickled my nose, the array of colorful fruits pleased my eyes, and the vying of market vendors tried to get attention to stop by…

As I walked into the room, my heart began to rush. I had been staring at it on my laptop for years before finally encountering it in person. The allure of Van Gogh’s name has always fascinated me, alas, his painting career was tragically short-lived. …

Why Los Angeles turned out to be the most overrated place I’ve ever traveled to. Traveling to new destinations is often an exciting and eye-opening experience. However, there are instances when a place doesn’t live up to its reputation. Based on my experience, one such disappointment was my visit to…

Soumaya Museum is as impressive outside as inside. The idea of building a museum with free entry to provide access to art for people who may not have the means to travel the world or visit expensive exhibitions is indeed a noble and inspiring concept. …

Because of my carelessness, I missed a lot of moments to shot — On a cloudy Saturday, a soft breeze whispered through the air, and a sudden feeling urged me to explore my neighborhood. Without any plans, I just went with my instincts. As I walked towards Reforma Street, I saw people carrying folding chairs. “Is there a parade on Reforma Street?” I…

From the city turns red to flower markets, festival fairs, and exquisite illumination. — As December unfolds, bringing us just four weeks away from a new year, time seems to fly. But hold on, have you ever wondered what Mexico City looked like in this month?

Its food — Just as I fell for the kindness of the people, I found myself falling in love with the diversity of Mexican food. Growing up in a small town in Indonesia, where rice dominated every meal, and adapting to a place where tortillas were the staple proved challenging. As my mom…

What makes cemita different from other Mexican sandwiches? — Savoring the intriguing Mole Poblano, with its sweet and thick sauce, piqued my curiosity for more unique flavors. After three days in Puebla Centro, I decided to hop on the tourist train heading for Cholula at 8:30 a.m. Following a pleasant 40-minute ride, I finally arrived in Cholula, the home…

I was just walking around my neighborhood when I came upon this cool place — Jardin Botanico Chapultepec. It’s like a secret garden in the middle of the city, with flowers and typical plants.