The History of Chocolate, A Wildlife Refuge & Mayan Culture
Choco–Story is located just 5 mins from the archeological site of Uxmal, so we decided to check it out on our way back to Merida. It looks a bit touristy (disney-ish) from the outside, but it turned out to be a well-executed, interactive museum, that is built around the Mayan culture and history of chocolate.

Italian Fare in Merida
It’s a little strange to find yourself in an Italian restaurant in Merida, when your focus should be the local Yucatean cuisine. But when a young and talented chef like Stefano Marcelletti decides to cook for you at his brand new restaurant, it’s 100% worth the detour.

Apoala serves delicious Oaxacan dishes– traditional, and contemporary with a fresh take on preparation and ingredients. Many dishes are geared towards carnivores, but vegetarians won’t be disappointed either.

Mayan Ball Game
Pok-Ta–Pok is an ancient Mayan ball game, played thousands of years ago as part of a sacred, sacrificial ceremony, pitting good against evil. The general idea is that the ball, five pounds of solid rubber…

The hacienda dates back to the 17th century and was once considered one of the most important estates in the Yucatán, spreading across 22,000 acres. Originally a cattle farm, it later became a henequen plantation…

La Tradición & David Cetina
The restaurant may feel a bit old-fashioned, but don’t let that get in the way. The food that you’ll experience here explodes with flavors and will blow your mind…

Coffee with Expats
Café Latte | Quattro Sette is a great find if you’re in need for caffeine, tea, or a snack. It’s a fairly new addition to Mérida, frequented by tons of expats, natives, and the occasional traveler.

Boutique Hotel
It’s hard to believe that not long ago, Casa Lecanda was a structure so neglected, that the current owners weren’t quite sure that they could even save it. Still, they met with architects and local craftsmen…

A Feast for the Senses
Mérida’s main market, Lucas de Galvez, covers 156,000 square feet and has over 2000 vendors that sell fruits, vegetables, meat, fish, seasonings, pots, baskets, animals, shoes, clothes…the list goes on and on.

Primary Ingredient? Fun. Take a class at the New Orleans School of Cooking for a delicious, authentic and hilarious introduction to Louisiana cuisine, history and culture. Ms Pat, our teacher,…