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Upe Nai Cultural Center, located within the lush hills of San Antonio Village, offers more than a meal; it invites travelers into the heart of Maya culture through food, family, and tradition. Here, ancient techniques come alive as guests cook over open fires, grind corn by hand, and learn the stories woven into every dish. This immersive experience is a celebration of heritage, connection, and the timeless joy of sharing a meal made the Maya way.
Read moreWhat started as the usual family dinner on Sundays at the home of Philip and Leonila (Nila) Mai, Yucatec Maya who live east of the picturesque San Antonio Village in the Cayo District, evolved into a culinary and cultural destination after the community gravitated to their authentic, fire-hearth cooking.
Read moreEvery meal we ate at Gaïa during our three-night stay was full of flavor and bright with fresh vegetables and fruits. From a platter of fresh fruit to start off breakfast, with a side of gorgeous, fresh-squeezed orange juice, to some of the crunchiest, tastiest sautéed vegetables accompanying our meats and starches, we were in foodie heaven.
Read moreTo residents of San Antonio Village, Cayo District, the word TANAH means home. It means the hot food from the fogon, the language of our ancestors, the history of our people, the hard work on the milpas…Tanah – in Ka’atech!
Read moreFor the Maya, Pok-A-Tok was more than just a challenging game; it symbolized the struggle of life over death, and war and hunting.
Read moreHow do the Maya continue their traditions and way of life in a modern society?
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