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Sometimes the best souvenirs are the ones that combine artistry, whimsy, and cultural heritage — which is exactly what you get with this delightful set of three small figurines: a Mariachi Band of Pink Axolotls, each one handcrafted from painted gourds. With their tiny instruments and cheerful expressions, these amphibious musicians look ready to serenade you right off the shelf.
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Souvenir shopping in San Diego’s historic Old Town presents an unmatched opportunity to score treasures that perfectly blend Mexican folk art with pop culture. Case in point: an eye-popping picture frame that reimagines DC’s Wonder Woman — with supporting appearances by Superman, and Batman — in bold, colorful Day of the Dead style, with intricate sugar skull makeup, vibrant detailing, creating a playful twist on the heroes we all know and love. Continue reading Yes, It Exists: Wonder Woman Day of The Dead Picture Frame
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When you think of Old Town, San Diego, chances are your mind goes to adobe buildings, rustic wooden signs, authentic Mexican food, and the kind of historical charm that makes you feel like you’ve stepped back into the 1800s. But as I discovered on my recent visit, history and pop culture sometimes collide in the most delightful ways.
Case in point: tucked inside one of the colorful shops, hanging alongside traditional woven blankets and embroidered dresses, was a bright Mexican poncho emblazoned with likenesses of Hello Kitty. Yes, Sanrio’s beloved pink-bowed feline has made her way into traditional fashion! Continue reading Pink Thing of The Day: Hello Kitty Poncho in Old Town San Diego
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Growing up in Southern California, I developed a passion for authentic (“California style”) Mexican food, because — and I mean this sincerely — even the simplest Mexican cuisine, when done right, is the best comfort food in the Universe. When I moved to New York City, I was horrified by numerous aggressively bad excuses for Mexican food, such as goat cheese quesadillas and enchiladas made with flour tortillas, which, just no.
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Part Western Headwear; part Pageant Crown, these fabulous Pink Cowboy Hats were spotted in one of the many fantastic souvenir shops located in Old Town San Diego, while I was on holiday in California last December (2018). I have no idea why it took me six months to make them a Pink Thing of The Week. As you can see, they are more than deserving of the honor.
