Tag: Oaxaca
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Guelaguetza time in Oaxaca
The Guelaguetza festival is taking place over this week in Oaxaca. It sounds like a blast! Here’s how Forbes describes the festival. Guelaguetza comes from the Zapotec word guendalezaa which means “to cooperate” or “to offer.” As such, the festival’s ethos is based on the sharing, pitching in and helping out, particularly when it comes to food and…
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Mexican Artisans Collaborate with Adidas to Celebrate Sports
Although industrialization is efficient and clearly necessary to meet the needs of large populations, what is lost in mass-produced objects is the soul, artistry and unique style of the craftsman. So I was heartened when I came across a piece about Adidas’ collaboration with Mexican artisans to “create stunning pieces that celebrate both traditional Latin…
The Village Market 