Country known for

Food

Mexican food is known for its rich flavours infused with spices or chillies and the colourful presentation of the dishes.

Tortillas

It is the staple food for generations. It is made of flour or maize and often served as alongside a meal. It can also be used in a variety of dishes. It is rolled and baked for enchiladas, fried for tacos and grilled for quesadillas.

Salsa

It is a dip or sauce that is made up of red or green mix of tomatoes, onion, chilli and coriander.

Tequila

This is a spirit that is served at bars or pubs. It can also be served as a cocktail. It is usually served mixed with lime juice in salt rimmed glasses.

Bullfighting

It is one of the leisure activities in Mexico. Although it is an illegal sport, large crowds are drawn to stadiums to catch a glimpse of the hype. Bullfights are held at the bullring Plaza de Toros. The season is from December to April every Sunday and most holidays.

The Jarabe Tapatio

This Mexican Hat Dance is known as the national dance of Mexico. The music is Mexican folk that was written in the 19^th century. The dance was choreographed in the 20^th century for a performance at a fiesta thrown at the end of the Mexican Revolution. Today, it is still widely performed during fiestas or other events.