The Best Mexican Restaurants In America by Gustavo Arellano 4/17/2012 Almost from the moment Americans have tried Mexican food, they have simultaneously devoured what’s in front of them but also desired the next-great thing–the mythical “authenticity” quest, that idea that somehow what we’re eating isn’t the best possible Mexican dish to consume. It’s an idea in Mexico, where the elite look on... Read More
Oaxaca’s Edgardo Aragon exhibits in Los Angeles
This exhibition features a trilogy of video works by Mexican artist Edgardo Aragón that explores the growing violence and narcotraffiicking in Mexico’s rural regions. From semi-habited locales to abandoned local roads, Aragón poignantly portrays the complicated conditions of the country without sensationalizing its charged context. This is the first solo exhibition for Aragón in Los Angeles; it features the works Efectos de Familia (2008-2010), Matamoros (2010),... Read More
Oaxaca
I often receive calls and E-mails from friends asking for my recommendations on where to visit and eat when traveling to Oaxaca. I visit Oaxaca at least twice a year, and it’s no secret I am in love with the city that saw me grow up. I will always recommend to visit Oaxaca during the Guelaguetza season (last two Mondays of July), and for Day of the Dead. However, my favorite time of year to visit Oaxaca is during El Saber del Sabor... Read More
2012 NY Celebration Dinner & Dancing
Bring in the new year with music, mezcal and mole. We will begin taking reservations as of today. Both of our locations will be open offering music and dancing. JOIN US! Guelaguetza Koreatown - 3014 W Olympic Blvd. Los Angele, CA 90006 (213) 427-0608 Guelaguetza Plaza Mexico- 11215 Long Beach Blvd Lynwood, CA 90255 (310) 884-9235 9pm – 2am Our Lynwood branch will offer its regular menu and live Mariachi $25.00 per person Buffet... Read More