mexico

Presents Mexico's many festivals and holidays, which may be religious, national, local, or personal, and describes how they are celebrated.

Examines the history of fashion and clothing in Mexico, discusses the geographical, social, and cultural influences on how people dress, describes both traditional and modern garb, and looks at what men, women, and children are wearing in the early twenty-first century.

Discusses the traditional foods of Mexico, looking at how other cultures have influenced Mexican eating habits, and discussing the tortilla, food-related feasts and fiestas, and other topics. Includes a chronology.

Explains the important role food plays in the Mexican culture, describes the most popular Mexican dishes, and profiles the different foods used in the country.

Contains a range of Mexican recipes from easy to difficult, an overview of Mexican food, information about authentic ingredients, and safety tips.

Describes the cultures of Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, and Guatemala and gives instructions for projects that introduce local crafts of each country.

By following her mother's admonition to perform every task with care and love, a poor young Mexican girl wins the devotion of the governor's son.

Examines the historical background, legends, recipes, crafts, and celebrations of a year of special Mexican festivals.

Describes food customs and preparation in Mexico, regional dishes, and cooking techniques; includes recipes for a variety of meals.

A social history of the Aztec Empire explaining why certain foods were eaten and describing how they were prepared. Includes Aztec recipes.