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Spanish Dialects in South America

Spanish is Earth’s second most widely spoken language after Chinese.

My article for Amigo Energy (U.S. English, link opens in new window) explores this wonderful language’s various zingy dialects and vocabulary.

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Tom Shearman Culture, History, Languages, Travel Leave a comment March 7, 2024

The Best South America Telenovellas

South American soap operas called telenovelas have enchanted generations of viewers worldwide.

Discover the classics and the modern in my article for Amigo Energy (U.S. English, link opens in new window).

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Tom Shearman Children's stories, Culture, History, Mexico, Travel Leave a comment March 7, 2024

How to Make Arepas

Arepas are a rich South American delight where simple ingredients combine to create fluffy corn-based dough discs of joy. 

Discover how to make the best arepas in my article for Amigo Energy (U.S. English, link opens in new window).

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Tom Shearman Food, History, Mexico, Recipes, Travel Leave a comment March 7, 2024March 7, 2024

Carne Asada vs. BBQ Meat

Grilling meat is a serious business in the United States and Mexico. 

Read all about the barbecue fusions and differences in my article for Amigo Energy (U.S. English, link opens in new window).

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Tom Shearman Food, History, Mexico, Recipes, Travel Leave a comment June 1, 2023September 22, 2023

The History of Folklórico Dances in Mexico

Mexico has some of the world’s most flamboyant and exhilarating folk dances. 

Check out the moves in my article for Amigo Energy (U.S. English, link opens in new window).

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Tom Shearman Art, History, Mexico, Travel Leave a comment May 22, 2023September 22, 2023

How Rice is Cooked Worldwide

Cooking rice is a ritual; see how different cultures around the globe prepare this staple food.

Find out everything about rice cooking techniques in my article for Amigo Energy (U.S. English, link opens in new window).

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Tom Shearman Food, History, Recipes, Travel Leave a comment February 25, 2023September 15, 2023

Monarch Butterfly Migration Explained

Every year, monarch butterflies embark on one of the world’s most astonishing migrations from Canada to Mexico.

Find out everything about monarch butterfly migrations in my article for Amigo Energy (U.S. English, link opens in new window).

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Tom Shearman Climate Crisis, History, Mexico, Monarch Butterflies, Science, Texas, Travel Leave a comment February 15, 2023September 15, 2023

Guide to Mexican Folk Art

Colourful and Frida Khalo; most of us know a little about Mexican folk art. But the burgeoning scene has been more influential than a few skulls.

Find out everything about Mexico’s folk art in my article for Amigo Energy (U.S. English, link opens in new window).

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Tom Shearman Art, History, Mexico, Travel Leave a comment January 15, 2023September 15, 2023

Mexican Cowboys: The Vaqueros of Texas

Everyone’s heard of Texas Cowboys. What about the Mexican vaqueros who founded the tradition.

Find out everything about vaqueros and cowboys in my article for Amigo Energy (U.S. English, link opens in new window).

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Tom Shearman History, Mexico, Texas, Travel Leave a comment December 15, 2022September 15, 2023

The Beautiful Art of Mexico’s Muralists

Art can be a weapon to fight for a brighter future. Mexico’s muralists paved the way for modern-day graffiti as well as changing social history for their people.

Find out everything about Mexico’s muralists in my article for Amigo Energy (U.S. English, link opens in new window).

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Tom Shearman History, Mexico Leave a comment September 1, 2022September 23, 2022

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