EATING & RESTAURANTS

Cafes, light food, treats

Café Cafico: 11/4 block north on 58 street from the casa. The owner Federico makes delicious expressi and capuccini from organic coffee from Chiapas and Veraccruz. Beans are roasted on site, and make a great gift to take home.

Jugos de David: In nearby Mercado Santana. A great selection of juices and fresh fruit, as well as granola and yogurt.

Tala Café: Located in the Hotel San Angel just down the street and around the corner, is a wonderful place for breakfast, lunch and pasteries. They also have free wifi.

Olive Café Stop: Paseo de Montejo between 39/37, just down from the wonderful ice cream place mentioned next. A great place for coffee, snacks and ice cream. It's also a favorite gathering place for local ex-pats. Free wifi is available. Also see their blog...

Sorbeteria Colon: Paseo de Montejo. The tastiest sorbets you've ever tried, in all sorts of exotic flavors including mamey, pitaya, chirimoya, etc.

Restaurants

For an extensive list and some reviews see:

http://www.yucatanliving.com/category/merida-restaurants

and

http://www.los-dos.com/local-review/index.php

EXERCISE

The tree lined wide boulevard nearby Paseo Montejo is a favorite of local joggers. Also, the stadium (stadio) can be reached by short run (20 mins or less). It offers an Olympic running track, tennis courts and gym which can be used at no cost.

There are also Yoga classes available in a beautiful colonial home in Garcia Gineres, as well as just a few blocks a way at a gorgeous new studio on calle 51 # 475A x 52 and 54. Classes are currently being held here tues, thurs from 8:9:25, fri from 5-6:25 and sat from 12:00-1:25. Email the studio to confirm times and for further information -- tumakat@gmail.com

Pilates offered every hour on the hour at Pilates Merida - 999-944-6438. email biznam@yahoo.com

ART & PHOTOGRAPHY

Resources

Complete lists and descriptions of galleries and exhibits available here and here 

A downloadable map of Merida's art galleries and museums

Art Instruction

Artists in Mexico (email for specifics)

Stefanie Schikora  (both adults and children)

Sandra Nikolai - 999-947-2737 (both adults and children

Photography

Local photography tours, classes, instruction are available through renowned Merida-based photographer Andrew Xenios 

Talented Merida-based family portrait photographer Jennifer Shore is available much of the year for relaxed sittings at the house, or a location of your choice.