Charlotte Rygh

San Miguel de Allende is a foodie destination. I can confidently say that you'll be happy with practically any restaurant you walk into. The chefs here take great pride in their culinary creations. But when you're ready for a break from the Michelin-starred eateries, where do you go? For me, the adventure continues at the grocery store. La Lonja: My Go-To Butcher My favorite meat market is La Lonja. There are two locations in town, and both make it easy to pick up what you need. It's clean,...

San Miguel de Allende is a known party town. Parades wind through the Historic District throughout the year, but one of the biggest celebrations is Fiesta de San Miguel Arcángel, honoring the city’s patron saint. And let me tell you: I had absolutely no idea what I was in for. This year, the festivities came shortly after Mexico’s Independence Day celebrations, and to my surprise, they were some of the loudest and most enthusiastic celebrations I had experienced in San Miguel. And that may...

I was fortunate enough to spend Mexican Independence day in San Miguel de Allende. What’s even more fortuitous is that San Miguel de Allende is the birthplace of the Revolutionary hero Ignacio Allende and the start of the Mexican War of Independence. There are many reasons why this tiny pueblo has made the Condé Nast Traveler’s list of top destinations in the world. And honestly, with its beauty, charm and rich historical significance, it’s easy to see why. What To Expect During Independence...