There’s nothing better than to go out in the evening and stop at one of the many taco carts in San Miguel. But which one to choose? Some specialize in grilled onions. Others have unique salsa. To try and decide which place had the best tacos we took a crew of people out on the … Continue reading
Whether you’re a longtime resident of San Miguel or visiting for the Writers’ Conference you may find a night where you have a pizza craving. The local establishments make a good pie and usually serve it with Mexican chimichurri sauce on the side. Below is a list of a few places that will deliver. Gombos … Continue reading
There’s nothing like a cafe con leche with a fresh concha or croissant on the side. Add in a cool breeze with a breathtaking view, and any morning will feel inspiring. And in San Miguel, that is just about every morning of every day. Whether you’re sitting down or taking your pastry to go, there … Continue reading
During the week, the bars and clubs in San Miguel only get a few customers, unless there is a special occasion like a band playing. However, when the weekend comes these same places are packed. There are too many good places to list all of them here. Below is a small selection of some of … Continue reading
Cantinas are a big part of Mexican culture. A writer shouldn’t come to San Miguel de Allende without at least visiting one. Jack Kerouac and Neal Cassady of the Beat Generation frequented La Cucaracha in the 1960′s. It’s said that Cassady had his fatal accident on the train tracks outside of town after a bout … Continue reading
When I move to a new place, my first order of business is to find a cafe that has three things: electrical plugs, allows smoking, and has internet access. Finding a coffee house that provides all these things isn’t as easy as it sounds. Still, after months of research, I have compiled a list of … Continue reading