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🇲🇽 Celebrate Independence Day the Puerto Morelos Way!
🇲🇽 Celebrate Independence Day the Puerto Morelos Way!
Discover where to fiesta, eat, and explore this Independence weekend.
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Sep 12, 2025
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Trivia Question❓What year did Hurricane Beulah tilt the famous Puerto Morelos lighthouse, and what material was the lighthouse originally built from? Answer at the bottom of the newsletter |
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Puerto Morelos is alive with color and excitement as Mexican Independence Day approaches!
This weekend brings the best of culture, tradition, and flavor with the Fiesta Mexicana at the Municipal Palace, the Unique Rally Clásico vintage cars exhibition, and the El Arrecife Food Festival at Ventana al Mar.
It’s a packed schedule of music, food, and fun that truly captures the spirit of our town.
We’re also shining a spotlight on Pulquería Tlacoyo Azul, a local favorite serving pulque, huaraches, and antojitos that taste like Mexico itself.
It’s the perfect stop to savor authentic flavors and raise a toast to Independence week. |
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1. 🇲🇽 Fiesta Mexicana Puerto Morelos 2025 🇲🇽
Celebrate the Independance Day of Mexico at the Puerto Morelos City Hall with dance, music, and of course, the Grito de Independencia!
Date: Monday, September 15 Event Program: Closing: At the end of the cultural event, the traditional Shout of Independence will be carried out.
2. Unique Rally Clásico – 4th Edition
This weekend in Puerto Morelos, the 4th Unique Rally Clásico takes place! Enjoy the amazing vintage and classic cars displayed on the esplanade by Parque Fundadores (town square port side). It's a fun, free event perfect for a seaside stroll.
Date: Saturday, September 13 – Sunday, September 14
3. Kermés Gastronómica “El Arrecife”
Experience the Kermés Gastronómica “El Arrecife” with dishes prepared by Puerto Morelos’ own chefs and cooks. A community food festival full of flavor, culture, and togetherness.
Date: Saturday, September 13 – Sunday, September 14 |
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If you’re looking for authentic Mexican flavors with a touch of tradition, Pulquería Tlacoyo Azul is a must-visit in Puerto Morelos.
This cozy spot specializes in pulque (a pre-Hispanic fermented agave drink), tlacoyos, huaraches, gorditas, and other antojitos that feel like home.
It’s a place that celebrates the roots of Mexican cuisine while welcoming locals and travelers alike. This place is all about community, tradition, and flavor.
What People Are Saying
“Delicious pulque, and authentic tlacoyos and huaraches that taste homemade. Great service and good prices.” – Ana M., TripAdvisor
“We felt like family here. The owners are so welcoming and the food was excellent — especially the gorditas.” – Laura P., Facebook
“If you want to try something different from the usual tourist restaurants, this is the place to go. Highly recommend.” – Diego R., TripAdvisor
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Portside Perspective |
"The food, the people, the ocean breeze—Puerto Morelos is a symphony for the senses, a true taste of the Yucatán." |
Insider Tip: Banderitas 🇲🇽 |
When September rolls around, you'll start seeing children and sometimes entire families on street corners or near the main square, selling banderitas (small Mexican flags), colorful ribbons, and noisemakers.
Plus, waving your own little flag during El Grito on September 15th makes you feel like a true local! |
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Every September, Puerto Morelos celebrates Mexico’s Independence with a dish as colorful as the flag itself: Chiles en Nogada.
Born in Puebla in the 1800s, this recipe combines roasted poblano peppers filled with meat and fruit, topped with a creamy walnut sauce and ruby red pomegranate seeds.
The flavors are as symbolic as they are delicious, representing patriotism on a plate.
Though it’s only available briefly, several beloved local restaurants bring it back each year. El Campanario offers a truly traditional version, while El Pirata mixes in its casual Puerto Morelos charm.
At La Perla Negra, you’ll find a balanced take with a welcoming atmosphere. And in Lola y Moya, the rich family-style recipe makes it feel like you’re eating in someone’s home.
If you’re in town for Independence Day, don’t miss this once-a-year food tradition that unites history, pride, and flavor.
Chiles en Nogada isn’t just dinner — it’s Mexico on a plate. Read More... |
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The Mexican Association of Real Estate Professionals (AMPI) in Puerto Morelos has launched the new Quintana Roo Real Estate System (Siqroo), an innovative online registry for verifying the legality of properties statewide.
Backed by state officials, Siqroo aims to tackle rampant fraud and unauthorized real estate activity, offering buyers and investors instant confirmation of a property’s legal status before purchasing.
Mariann González Pliego Castillo, Director General of the Public Registry, underscored that Siqroo helps identify certified properties and agents adhering to strict ethical standards.
Recent training for 357 real estate professionals ensures that the new system is efficiently integrated.
Puerto Morelos is also gaining attention due to its protected reserve and eco-friendly developments, boosting both its sustainability and real estate appeal.
With Siqroo and new land protections, Puerto Morelos is quickly emerging as a secure, trustworthy choice for property investment in the Riviera Maya. Read More... |
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What's On Tap |
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Saturday, Ventana al Mar: Kermés Gastronómica 12pm - 10pm Diving Bar: Beach Break Band 2pm Parque Fundadores: Classic Car Show 2pm - 10pm Sunday, Parque Fundadores: Classic Car Show 10am - 10pm Ventana al Mar: Kermés Gastronómica 12pm - 10pm Diving Bar: Xibalba Roots Reggae 2pm
Time: 8:00 PM Event Program: Closing: At the end of the cultural event, the traditional Shout of Independence will be carried out.
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💡 Answer to Trivia Question: Hurricane Beulah tilted the lighthouse in 1967, and it was built from Maya stones in 1946. |