Fashion de México
This colorful woven garment, often draped over the shoulders, is a symbol of Mexican heritage.
serape (or rebozo)
This civilization built the city of Tenochtitlán on an island in Lake Texcoco.
Aztecs (Mexica)
How do you say “upside down” in Spanish?
al revés
This global superstar from Mexico sang “Como La Flor” and is known as the “Queen of Tejano Music.”
Selena Quintanilla
This dish consists of corn tortillas filled with meat and covered in chili sauce.
enchiladas
The traditional dress worn by women during folkloric dances, especially the Jarabe Tapatío, is called this.
China Poblana dress
He was the Spanish conquistador who led the fall of the Aztec Empire.
Hernán Cortés
How do you say “to take a nap” in Spanish?
es dormir la siesta or es echarse una siesta
This famous Mexican singer from Veracruz is celebrated for her powerful voice and for bringing traditional son jarocho and folk styles to a global stage with songs like “La Llorona.”
Lila Downs
This dish features a sweet-and-savory sauce made with chocolate and spices.
mole
This type of wide-brimmed hat, often decorated and worn by charros, is part of traditional Mexican attire.
sombrero
The war that gave Mexico its independence from Spain began in this year.
1810
How do you say “to show off” in Spanish slang (hint: often used as presumir)?
presumir or alardear
This Mexican actor stars as “El Lobo” in Bullet Train and voiced Héctor in Coco.
Gael García Bernal
This breakfast dish uses fried tortillas topped with eggs, salsa, and beans.
chilaquiles
This intricate embroidery style from Oaxaca uses bright thread to depict animals and flowers.
Tenango embroidery
This Mexican president is remembered for resisting the French invasion and being honored on Cinco de Mayo.
Benito Juárez
How do you say “butterfly effect” in Spanish?
el efecto mariposa
This telenovela actress became internationally famous for her role in La Reina del Sur.
Kate del Castillo
This soup made with hominy and pork is traditionally eaten to celebrate Mexican Independence Day.
pozole
Modern Mexican designer who became famous internationally for her luxurious, embroidered gowns blending indigenous and haute couture elements.
Carla Fernández
This reform movement of the 1850s aimed to limit the power of the Catholic Church and military in Mexico.
La Reforma
How do you say “tongue twister” in Spanish?
un trabalenguas
This Mexican director won three Oscars for Gravity, Children of Men, and Roma.
Alfonso Cuarón
This dish from the Yucatán Peninsula is made with pork marinated in achiote and wrapped in banana leaves.
cochinita pibil