Mexican Restaurants
La Perla Pixan Cuisine and Mezcal Store
Do you want a very warm cozy feeling place that is a both very “Playa” and very “Mexican” at the same time? La Perla Pixan Cuisine and Mezcal Store has been in Playa for a […]
Articles by Mr.Yucatan
Everything Playa
How do the shops that sell the same things stay in business?
Shops in Playa Del Carmen In Playa Del Carmen you will see many shops selling the same souvenirs as the next shop or offering what looks like a small inventory of inexpensive items. You may have […]
Interviews
Local Interview: Lorenzo Casco, property manager
Today we interviewed Playa Del Carmen resident Lorenzo Casco. He worked as a property manager in Playa Del Carmen, and we recommended him, but he is no l0nger working in that position. It is still […]
Interviews
Local Interview: Paola
We are beginning you our series of interviews to introduce you to locals and expats in Playa and beyond. We hope it will give you insight into what life is like here and perhaps give you […]
Everything Playa
An Evening at the Movies
Remember when you were younger and you went to the movies, it was a special occasion? The theater seemed bright clean and exciting. The popcorn was smelling oh so good and there was a slight […]
Galleries
Natural Playa Del Carmen Gallery
Everyone comes to Playa Del Carmen for the beach and relaxing but all around us are evidences of beauty in nature. We thought we would bring you this gallery to highlight some of the natural […]
Galleries
Mayan Influences in Playa Del Carmen of Today
People often wonder where the Mayans went, the answer is they are right here among us. The ancient Mayan cities of the past are now archeological sites but the Mayan people and culture lives on. […]
Budget Restaurants
Tacos De Borrego (Lamb) in Playa Del Carmen
El Borrego Loco Taqueria There is a local restaurant that serves up lamb tacos (called “borrego” in Spanish). Just don’t call them borrega because this is slang for prostitute. Nobody likes tacos of prostitutes! Lamb […]
Restaurants
Best on the Street Pizza in Playa Del Carmen
Mama Mia Pizza on 2nd Street has a great consistent slice of pizza for you. They usually have 5-7 different kinds of pizza ready for you and can heat it up for you in a […]
Arts & Culture
Street Art in Playa Del Carmen-Where Graffiti Becomes Murals
Street Art and Murals in Playa Del Carmen Here is an interesting look at street art in Playa Del Carmen. At first look, Playa Del Carmen might not seem to have a large art scene. […]