Articles by W. Scott Koenig

About W. Scott Koenig (103 Articles)

San Diego-based lifestyle writer W. Scott Koenig is founder of the blog AGringoInMexico.com, author of the book 7 Days in The Valle: Baja California’s Wine Country Cuisine and writes columns for DiningOut San Diego Magazine, SanDiegoRed.com and DiscoverBaja.com. Scott is also the Food Expert for Baja California at XtremeFoodies.tv (formerly FoodieHub), an international culinary site curated by over 275 experts.

The Native Crafts, Cuisine and Culture of Patzcuaro

November 19, 2006 // 1 Comment

Dia de los Muertos, Patzcuaro, Michoacan, Mexico

PATZCUARO, MICHOACAN – Patzcuaro, Mexico (population 75,000) lies on the tranquil shores of Lake Patzcuaro in the state of Michoacan. We originally travelled to Patzcuaro during the first week of our trip for their elaborate Dia de los Muertos ceremonies. We returned at the end of our second [Read More]

Loreto: Adventures in Dude Town

March 1, 2006 // 1 Comment

LORETO, BAJA CALIFORNIA SUR – When my buddy Steve called to discuss a possible trip to visit Ursula and I, we considered planning a much-needed vacation together (outside of San Diego) that would provide a break from the daily stress of our routines. After some deliberation, consideration and [Read More]

San Miguel de Allende: One Mexican Minute is Worth an Eternity

October 1, 2003 // 5 Comments

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Prologue SAN MIGUEL DE ALLENDE, GUANAJUATO – Back in 2003, good friends of ours announced that they were going to be married in Mexico City, where the majority of their families live. After some pleading and many safety assurances from my wife and the bride-and-groom-to-be, I acquiesced and [Read More]