Frida the Rebel
I have to confess everything. Ever since Adelita (my motorcycle) came into my life, I hadn’t been… satisfied. Adelita was certainly pretty, but—I have to admit—far too heavy for me. Every time I set out for a ride, I did so reluctantly, and let’s face it: you don’t get anywhere when you’re feeling that way.
After a lot of hesitation—and taking the time to accept that I’d made a costly mistake but that it’s never too late to set things right—I started browsing Marketplace. A few hours later, I was the proud owner of a "semi-new" bike as they call used vehicles around here.
Let me introduce you to Frida, a bold rebel. I stuck with the same type of motorcycle; only the weight, color, and power (dropping from 650cc to 250cc) have changed. She’ll be perfect for crisscrossing Mexico from end to end.
I had to give her a name, so I called her Frida, in honor of Frida Kahlo—painter, cultural heroine, major feminist, and symbol of female independence.
credit: Frida Kahlo (self-portrait)
To celebrate in style, I went for a beautiful hike to explore my new country. So, off to "Ex-Hacienda La Nopalera."
Built in 1640, this hacienda was one of the first Spanish settlements in the Cadereyta region of the state of Querétaro.
Amidst ruins blanketed by time and vegetation, the "Hacienda de La Nopalera" stands as a testament to Mexico's history.
La Nopalera's Chapel
To recharge (any excuse will do), I’m going to eat at one of the region’s renowned restaurants—famous for both its history and its food.
Juan and his parents—Soledad and her husband—carry on the tradition established by Don Tony (the grandfather).
The "Don Tony" Barbacoa restaurant is a Mexican institution located in Boyé, in the state of Querétaro. Popular with both locals and tourists (Mexicans love exploring their own country), it offers an authentic culinary experience.
Specialties: Artisanal lamb and goat barbacoa cooked in an underground pit, and *pulque* (my new favorite drink)—either plain or flavored.
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