Living Grief and the Mountains I Lost
August used to be the month that I looked forward to, a promise of adventure and new challenges. My birthday is midway through the month, and long before I quit…
Easy Recipe for Gluten Free Banana Bread with Chocolate
I crave banana bread most days, but as a celiac it’s not the easiest to find. Lucky for me, there are several supermarkets and shops in Oaxaca that carry gluten-free…
The best tacos de cabeza (cow head tacos) in Oaxaca
It’s Wednesday and I realize with a start that I’m late again. I have a conference call in a few minutes, and I’m wandering deep in thought on the other…
How to Eat Street Food Without Getting Sick
One of the most frequent questions from readers is a straightforward one: how can I try foods from around the world and/or eat street food without getting sick? I got…