From Expatify is a list naming the top 10 countries to be vegetarian expat in. Even though Mexico didn’t make the list (not a surprise), Mexico expats can still find ways to eat vegetarian. I recently linked to an article from About.com which can serve as a guide to eating vegetarian in Mexico.
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From Kwintessential is a blurb on gift giving etiquette in Mexico. Can any expats in Mexico attest to these suggestions? It’s always interesting to see what the expected customs of different countries are.
- If invited to a Mexican’s house, bring a gift such as flowers or sweets.
- Gift wrapping does not follow any particular protocol.
- Do not give marigolds as they symbolize death.
- Do not give red flowers as they have a negative connotation.
- White flowers are a good gift as they are considered uplifting.
- Gifts are opened immediately.
- If you receive a gift, open it and react enthusiastically.
Here are some Mexican culture tips from Kwintessential on the role of family:
- The family is at the centre of the social structure.
- Outside of the major cosmopolitan cities, families are still generally large.
- The extended family is as important as the nuclear family since it provides a sense of stability.
- Mexicans consider it their duty and responsibility to help family members. For example, the will help find employment or finance a house or other large purchase.
- Most Mexican families are extremely traditional, with the father as the head, the authority figure and the decision-maker.
- Mothers are greatly revered, but their role may be seen as secondary to that of their husband.
Any expats find this to be true?
About.com has a one-stop-shop page that is a handy resource for vegetarians thinking of relocating as an expat in Mexico (buying and treating produce, vegetarian restaurants in Mexico, vegetarian dishes to try, useful phrases for vegetarians).
I also made a post awhile back that links to “Tips for Eating Vegetarian or Vegan as an Expat or Traveler.”
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