18 Traditions of Mexican culture that can impact a Brazilian

Many Brazilians choose to visit the Mexican Caribbean during their vacation. Generally, they frequent more touristy places and, sometimes, they fail to know the true culture of the country. When traveling through other states such as Oxaca, Chiapas or Mexico City, the Tupiniquim tourist may come across some different customs that are difficult to find in Brazil. Which doesn’t mean it’s a negative thing. The culture is endless, the places are incredible and the cuisine is delicious.

According to data from the Ministry of Tourism of the Mexican government, more than 380,000 Brazilians visited Mexico between January and April 2018. An increase of 10.4% compared to the same period in 2017. More Brazilians are expected to visit Mexico in 2019.

O awesome.club prepared a list of customs that can impact you when visiting the country, to arouse interest in new routes and prepare you for what you can find in Mexican lands. Come with us!

….and sometimes even shrimp or jelly beans. Of course, you can’t miss the pepper sauce.

Santa Muerte is venerated by people who generally put their lives at risk. They turn to her for protection. It is common to see altars of the saint in stores that sell mystical products.

The Day of the Dead is a traditional celebration in Mexico and considered Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by Unesco. As part of the ritual, families create altars with the deceased relative’s favorite foods and drinks. It is said that the day after the celebration, the food loses its flavor, which means that the spirit of the person honored has enjoyed the offering.

This insect is one of the favorite snacks of Mexicans. They fry the cricket in garlic and eat it with hot sauce or lemon. In the state of Oaxaca, they are used to prepare them ground and they are delicious. They are rich in fiber, protein and improve digestion.

On children’s birthdays, Christmas or some important celebration, they usually hit piñatas (a five-pointed star or other shape made with papier-mâché). They use a wooden stick until they break the object. Fill the target with various candies. Sometimes, blindfold. So, stay away from it, as it can be dangerous. An episode of Chaves (a beloved Mexican character in Brazil) shows this tradition, of course, in a humorous way.

It’s a kind of cachaça made from the fermented juice of a plant known as agave — the same one used to make tequila. Whoever is lucky (or unlucky) to take the last sip from the bottle, can be rewarded with a worm. To help go down the sip, they serve lemon and salt (also made from the insect). Will you face it?

The traditional ‘Mole’ is a typical Mexican dish prepared with more than 30 ingredients, including chocolate. Despite being different, it’s a delight.

Known as horchata, this juice was considered by the Mayans and Aztecs to be the ‘drink of the gods’. ‘Muy rico’, as the Mexicans say.

…which looks more like lunch. In the photo, the traditional ‘chilaquiles’.

The nutritional pyramid

According to the Mexicans

The baby was registered with the name “Amlo Moreno” in Sinaloa

… and sometimes they also take the child with them.

There is nothing better than getting to know a little more about the culture of another country. Which of the above items caught your attention the most? Tell us in the comments!