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The vanilla tree, the plant that produces vanilla

resentation of the vanilla tree The plants that produce vanilla are themselves called 'vanilla' or 'vanilla tree'. They are climbing plants native to Mexico and Central America that belong to the Orchidaceae family and the genus Vanilla. This genus has 117 species, of which only three are exploit ...

15
Sep
2010

Tourism: 5 trendy destinations in 2022 according to TripAdvisor

dreamy beaches and ancient sites. In short, this 80 km long island is a condensation of Greece at its most authentic. 4- The city of Tulum in Mexico The archaeological site of Tulum in Mexico has been part of an eponymous national park since 1981. This dream destination unsurprisingly ran ...

01
Feb
2022

The margarita: the secrets of the famous cocktail

ulco Did you know that the margarita was born in Acapulco in 1948? This tequila-based cocktail is said to have been invented by Americans residing in Mexico. It was in Acapulco, a city on the Pacific coast of Mexico that this famous cocktail was created by Margaret Sames, known as Margarita, the ...

22
Feb
2022

5 Halloween traditions from around the world

memory of departed loved ones. The day continues in a more conventional way with a visit to the cemetery. 4- A very joyful celebration of the dead in Mexico In Mexico too, we do not celebrate Halloween but the Day of the Dead (el Dia de los Muertos), on November 1st and 2nd, following the traditions ...

20
Oct
2022

Easter Around the World: 5 Unusual Easter Traditions

ing a willow branch decorated with feathers. This astonishing custom aims to ward off evil spirits and ensure a good harvest. 2- Burning the Judas in Mexico. In Mexico and other Central or Latin American countries, Easter traditions are very different but equally astonishing. In this part of the wor ...

28
Mar
2024

Chilopsis linearis or desert willow: a heat-resistant shrub

desert willow lives up to its name. This shrub from the Bignoniaceae family is native to the semi-desert areas of the southwestern United States and Mexico. In its natural habitat, the Chilopsis linearis grows on poor soils and withstands long months of drought thanks to its roots that reach deep i ...

04
Sep
2024

Cosmos: Light Flowers for Your Flowerbeds

Why sow cosmos in the garden? Cosmos or Cosmos bipinnatus are annual flowers from the daisy family. Native to Mexico, they bloom in France from June until frost. They are highly appreciated by gardeners for their ease of cultivation and the light touch they bring to flower beds. They enjoy a sunn ...

27
Aug
2010

Candlemas: the world tour of pancakes in 5 specialties

ts, and folded in half. It is accompanied by Mustard greens or salad, aromatic herbs and nuoc mam. Copyright: HungryHuy 5- Tortillas in Mexico Finally, it was impossible to conclude this world tour of pancakes without talking about Mexican tortillas. These large, thick patties from ...

01
Feb
2022

Acapulco armchair: 5 good reasons to follow this decorating trend

reen or blue? Everything is possible, the hardest part is to choose (or not). View this post on Instagram A post shared by VIVA MEXICO CHAIR® (@vivamexicochair) 3- It can be used both indoors and outdoors Of course, the Acapulco chair was originally designed for the outd ...

22
July
2022

Salvia microphylla: 5 questions about small leaf sage

o rot. 5- What are the most beautiful varieties? There are many varieties of Salvia microphylla in horticulture. This decorative sage native to Mexico is grown primarily for its flowers even though it is edible. The colors of the flowers range from white to red to various shades of pink. S ...

31
Aug
2022

Pele: the soccer legend in 5 figures

e world champion with Les Bleus in 2018 at the age of 19... During the 1962 World Cup of soccer, he was injured in the second game. But, in 1970 in Mexico, he contributed to the victory of Brazil with four goals on the counter. The team won the final 4 to 1 against Italy and added a third star to ...

02
Jan
2023

The chocolate drop: a plant that smells like chocolate

plant (Berlandiera lyrata) is a tribute to the French-Mexican naturalist and anthropologist Jean-Louis Berlandier (1803-1851) who studied the flora of Mexico. But this plant is best known by the vernacular names chocolate flower or chocolate drop, both well-deserved nicknames since its flowers ha ...

13
Jan
2023

Photo: 5 things to know about the photographer Abbas

st. It was in 1968 that this Iranian emigrated to Algeria and then to France and began his career as a photojournalist during the Olympic Games in Mexico. From then on, he never ceased to take his lens to all continents, to cover conflicts or to report on religions, a subject that fascinated him. ...

02
Mar
2023

The Climate Fresco: a workshop to raise awareness about climate change.

wide. Its success does not seem to be stopping anytime soon as this tool is becoming viral in companies and is of interest to other governments such as Mexico, Croatia, and some states in the United States. ...

04
Sep
2023

The most beautiful cruises in the world: 5 cruise ideas for a dream vacation

ranks among the most beautiful cruises in the world. This tropical journey will invite you, depending on the chosen package and duration, to stop in Mexico, the Bahamas, or even the Dominican Republic! This cruise will allow you to discover several paradisiacal destinations during the same trip. Y ...

21
June
2024

Palm Springs: an oasis in the California desert

1- To enjoy a lush oasis The city of Palm Springs is a must-stop for all travelers planning a road trip in Southern California. From the city of San Diego, which is only about twenty kilometers from the Mexican border, you need to take Route 78, which crosses the Anza Borrego Desert. Your destinat ...

30
Aug
2024

Violin spider in France: Should we be concerned?

outhern Europe, North Africa, Western Asia, and Afghanistan. Today, Loxosceles rufescens is present in Canada and the United States up to Hawaii, in Mexico, Peru, Australia, the Philippines, Japan, Korea, China, Laos, Thailand, India, South Africa, and Macaronesia. In France, its presence is confi ...

01
Oct
2024