Culture
Religion
Roman Catholicism is the main religion in Mexico; 88 percent of the population five years of age and older identified themselves as Roman Catholic in the 2017 census.
Music
The most popular genres include Mariachi (mostly ranchera music), Conjunto,Norteño (Música Norteña),Conjunto Jarocho (Son Jarocho), Banda Sinaloense.
Sports
The most-popular sports in Mexico are soccer, also known as association football, and boxing. The national sport of Mexico is charrería. Other popular sports in the country are baseball, basketball, bullfighting, softball, surfing, motocross, diving and professional wrestling, known as lucha.
Etiquette
Meeting and Greeting
Shake hands or give a slight bow when introduced.
Bow when greeting a Mexican woman. Shake hands only if she extends her hand first.
Body Language
Mexicans generally stand close together when conversing. Don't show signs of discomfort, which would be considered rude by your Mexican counterpart.
Mexicans often "hold" a gesture (a handshake, a squeeze of the arm, a hug) longer than Americans and Canadians do.
Don't stand with your hands on your hips; this signifies anger. It is considered rude to stand around with your hands in your pockets.
Dining and Entertainment
Business entertainment is very important and it is during these events that personal relationships should be developed.
Always keep both hands above the table.
Don't leave the table immediately after you are finished eating.
Drinking to excess is frowned upon in Mexico, especially when it's done by women. Customarily, only men propose toasts; foreign women normally shouldn't offer toasts.
Don’t show up on time for a social engagement -- you will be the only one who does, and will most likely be waiting for a very long time (possibly hours).
To reciprocate, invite your Mexican counterparts to dinner at a nice restaurant (French or Italian are your best bets). Pay in advance to avoid arguments about the bill.
Businesspeople are often invited to visit the home of their Mexican counterparts. On your first visit to a Mexican home, it is best to wear business attire unless specifically told otherwise.
Shake hands or give a slight bow when introduced.
Bow when greeting a Mexican woman. Shake hands only if she extends her hand first.
Body Language
Mexicans generally stand close together when conversing. Don't show signs of discomfort, which would be considered rude by your Mexican counterpart.
Mexicans often "hold" a gesture (a handshake, a squeeze of the arm, a hug) longer than Americans and Canadians do.
Don't stand with your hands on your hips; this signifies anger. It is considered rude to stand around with your hands in your pockets.
Dining and Entertainment
Business entertainment is very important and it is during these events that personal relationships should be developed.
Always keep both hands above the table.
Don't leave the table immediately after you are finished eating.
Drinking to excess is frowned upon in Mexico, especially when it's done by women. Customarily, only men propose toasts; foreign women normally shouldn't offer toasts.
Don’t show up on time for a social engagement -- you will be the only one who does, and will most likely be waiting for a very long time (possibly hours).
To reciprocate, invite your Mexican counterparts to dinner at a nice restaurant (French or Italian are your best bets). Pay in advance to avoid arguments about the bill.
Businesspeople are often invited to visit the home of their Mexican counterparts. On your first visit to a Mexican home, it is best to wear business attire unless specifically told otherwise.
Jobs
1 Wellhead pumpers
2 Roustabouts, oil and gas
3 Electro-mechanical technicians
4 Healthcare practitioners and technical workers
5 Jewelers and precious stone and metal workers
Cuisine
Almendro garrapiñadas – Crunchy Almond Sweet.
Amanida – Local Salad.
Arroz Con Leche – Rice Pudding.
Bacalao con ajo – Cod in Garlic Dish.
Bienmesabe – Made from Toasted Almonds.
Huevos a la Flamenca – Eggs, Chorizo and Vegetables.
Huevos a la Sollerinca – Eggs, Sobrassada Sausage and Pea Sauce.
Miel Sobre Hojuelas – Honey Pastry.
Mollette – Savory Bread topped with Beans.
Pastel de Carne – Minced Meat Chopped.
Pastel de Tres Leches – Moist and Creamy Cake.
Perdices con Chocolate – Partridge in Chocolate Sauce.
Pescado a la Sal – Whole Fish in Salt Crust.
Pibil Pollo – Chicken with Sour Orange and Chile.
Picadillo – A Seasoned Beef Dish.
Pico de Gallo – Basic Salsa.
Pisto Manchego – Mixture of Peppers, Tomato, Onion and Courgettes.
Pisto Murciano – Variety of Vegeteables.
Poc-Chuc – Tender Pork topped with Onions.
Salsa Verde – Green Salsa.
Sama Frita con Mojo Verde – Fried Fish in Spicy Sauce.
Sopa de Almendras a la C
Tamales – Mix Meats and Spices Wrapped in Corn Husks.
Tamales – Steamed Masa with a Filling.
Tocino de Cielo – Custard and Caramel Dessert.
Torta Cubana – Sandwich with Multiple Meats.
Truchas a la Navarra – River Trout Stuffed with Serrano Ham.
Truchas en Arcilla – Clay Baked Trout.
Amanida – Local Salad.
Arroz Con Leche – Rice Pudding.
Bacalao con ajo – Cod in Garlic Dish.
Bienmesabe – Made from Toasted Almonds.
Huevos a la Flamenca – Eggs, Chorizo and Vegetables.
Huevos a la Sollerinca – Eggs, Sobrassada Sausage and Pea Sauce.
Miel Sobre Hojuelas – Honey Pastry.
Mollette – Savory Bread topped with Beans.
Pastel de Carne – Minced Meat Chopped.
Pastel de Tres Leches – Moist and Creamy Cake.
Perdices con Chocolate – Partridge in Chocolate Sauce.
Pescado a la Sal – Whole Fish in Salt Crust.
Pibil Pollo – Chicken with Sour Orange and Chile.
Picadillo – A Seasoned Beef Dish.
Pico de Gallo – Basic Salsa.
Pisto Manchego – Mixture of Peppers, Tomato, Onion and Courgettes.
Pisto Murciano – Variety of Vegeteables.
Poc-Chuc – Tender Pork topped with Onions.
Salsa Verde – Green Salsa.
Sama Frita con Mojo Verde – Fried Fish in Spicy Sauce.
Sopa de Almendras a la C
Tamales – Mix Meats and Spices Wrapped in Corn Husks.
Tamales – Steamed Masa with a Filling.
Tocino de Cielo – Custard and Caramel Dessert.
Torta Cubana – Sandwich with Multiple Meats.
Truchas a la Navarra – River Trout Stuffed with Serrano Ham.
Truchas en Arcilla – Clay Baked Trout.
Traditions
. The date of Mexico's independence is actually Sept. 16. On this day, major cities host processionals. Parades with brass bands fill the streets, and in major government palaces, governors re-enact "El Grito," or the famous cry for freedom.
One of Mexico's holidays has roots in Aztec tradition. It is believed that on the nights of Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, the souls of people who have passed from the earth return. The first night is typically reserved for the souls of children and the second for the souls of adults. In places as diverse as Patzcuaro, Michoacan and Oaxaca, people fill cemeteries and pass the night with families, burning candles and copal and playing games with children amidst the gravestones.
From mid to late December, neighborhoods gather for colorful block parties. These processionals are meant to re-enact the journey of Mary and Joseph as they searched for shelter in Bethlehem. Neighbors open their doors to each other and invite people to partake of food and drink. Children carry statues of Mary and Joseph, and one child in the lead is assigned the role of angel.
One of Mexico's holidays has roots in Aztec tradition. It is believed that on the nights of Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, the souls of people who have passed from the earth return. The first night is typically reserved for the souls of children and the second for the souls of adults. In places as diverse as Patzcuaro, Michoacan and Oaxaca, people fill cemeteries and pass the night with families, burning candles and copal and playing games with children amidst the gravestones.
From mid to late December, neighborhoods gather for colorful block parties. These processionals are meant to re-enact the journey of Mary and Joseph as they searched for shelter in Bethlehem. Neighbors open their doors to each other and invite people to partake of food and drink. Children carry statues of Mary and Joseph, and one child in the lead is assigned the role of angel.
Language
The main language spoken in Mexico is Spanish.