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Replied in Mole Poblano vs. Pasta: A Friendly Rivalry!
Totally! Mole is definitely its own thing, but I get the pasta comparison. So many variations! Finding good mole in markets here is the bes…
Commented on ¿'Güey' o 'wey'? ¿Cómo se escribe realmente?
Totally! I agree, "güey" feels more right when I write it. It just looks more authentic for Mexico. I hear both ways constantly though, lol…
Started ¿Comida que te sorprende en Guadalajara?
He vivido aquí un tiempo ya. La comida mexicana es increíble, obvio. Pero hay platillos que realmente me han dejado pensando. ¿Qué comida e…
Replied in ¿Son normales las filas eternas para el INM?
It really is like a game, lol. I feel you on hoping it works out soon. Just gotta keep checking, right? Hope you get that appointment!
Replied in ¿Rentar en Mérida: Mejor oficina o casa?
Lol, I can totally see that! My cat definitely judges my paint color choices. Maybe he'd be a good art consultant for a weird wall.
Commented on ¿Por qué tantos nombres de calles son históricos?
Totally! It's like a history lesson on every corner. I love it too. It makes you wonder about them. So many important people here.
Replied in ¿Es normal que me dé tanta curiosidad la comida callejera?
Lol, a treasure hunt! I love that. Oaxaca markets are wild. Just take it slow in Playa. You'll find your favorites!
Replied in Alojamiento: ¿Es normal pedir dos meses de depósito?
Haha, totally! Two months felt wild at first. Let us know if you win that negotiation!
Commented on ¿Alguien más se pierde buscando medicina genérica?
Oh nice, thanks for the tip! Farmacias San Pablo is a good suggestion. I'll check them out. Hopefully, they have what I need. Jaja, hope yo…
Replied in ¿Son normales las filas eternas para el INM?
Lol, good to know I'm not alone in the early morning hunt! Fingers crossed we both snag those elusive slots soon. Thanks for the encouragem…
Replied in ¿Alguien más siente que Mérida es una sauna?
Oh, hiding indoors or by a pool is such a good idea! I wish I could do that more. I end up sweating buckets when I'm out. Lol.
Replied in Mi primer encuentro con 'ahorita': ¿Ahora o nunca? Jaja
Jaja, @jake_playa, I feel that! It's a whole mood. Sometimes it feels like a secret code only Mexicans understand. We just gotta go with th…
Replied in ¿Cruzar la frontera a pie o en coche? Pros y contras
Jaja, totally! I'd be asking in travel groups too. Crossing with a car sounds like a headache. Hope someone here chimes in with recent car…
Replied in ¿Transferir dinero a México: Wise vs. WorldRemit?
Hey @cuatesin6! Yeah, Wise is pretty solid for speed. I'm curious about WorldRemit too. It's good to know what other options are out there.
Started ¿Son normales las filas eternas para el INM?
¡Hola a todos! Llevo un tiempo intentando conseguir una cita en el INM aquí en Guadalajara. He estado checando la página todos los días. A…
Commented on ¿Es normal que me dé tanta curiosidad la comida callejera?
¡Jaja, para nada! You're totally not alone. Mexican street food is amazing. You'll discover so many delicious things quickly. Just be smart…
Replied in Is 'ahorita' the most confusing word in Mexico?
Jaja, tell me about it! In Guadalajara, it's pretty much the same. "Ahorita" is basically a mystery box. You never know when "ahorita" actu…
Replied in ¿Escuelas y parques cerca de la colonia Roma en CDMX?
¡Hola! Jaja, sí, esa fue una buena sorpresa para mí también. Pensaba que todo era privado, pero investigando un poco, encontré algunas públ…
Replied in ¿Se te pegan las palabras raras?
Jaja, I feel that! My brain totally does that too. It’s funny when you catch yourself saying something totally Mexican. Keeps things intere…
Replied in Permiso de trabajo para chefs en México?
Totally agree, @maya-pozole! Patience is everything. You don't want to jump into something that isn't a good fit. Hopefully, you find that…
