Saturday, February 28, 2009
Sunday, February 22, 2009
Amanda Rose
What's their food like? It's not just guacamole and chilli con carne – though it is pretty beany. And if you don't like chillis, well… Mexico isn’t for you. For something a little unusual try 'barbacoa' (a whole sheep cooked in a hole in the ground), 'pozole' (flatulence-inducing cabbage and bean soup) or 'menudo' (tripe soup).
Local tipple: Besides tequila (it makes you happy) there's the national cactus-based bevvy, 'pulque' – a drink so good it's called 'the nectar of the gods'. In reality it tastes of milky shampoo... so it’s probably best avoided.
Biggest cultural oddity: Ranchera music – which is like mariachi, except even more Mexican.
Most likely to kill you: No, not wild moustachioed banditos. And no, not rampaging, rabid bulls. Statistically it's heart failure, but Tabasco poisoning is pretty high up the list.
Phrase to memorise: "Vete al carajo!", which means "Go to hell!" Literally, of course, it actually means "Go to the penis!" If that's not up your street, try "Soy el chingon" ("I'm the fucker"), "la chingadera no sirve" ("this fucking thing doesn´t work"), "vete a la chingada" ("fuck off") and "chinga a tu madre" ("fuck your mother"). A very emphatic people, these Mexicans.
Best place to visit: Heading to the not-quite-a-pyramid Chichen Itzá is a genuine must, if only to pretend to sacrifice your girlfriend to the gods. If you're weird.
National animal: The Chihuahua. No joke. Ok, well, fine, Chihuahuas do come from Mexico. It's actually the Eagle, as you can see from their natty flag.
Impressive pub trivia: The whole of California, New Mexico and Texas used to be part of Mexico until 1847. The current area of Mexico is 45% of what it once was.
Sports they would beat England at: They'd whip us at the snappily titled 'Mesoamerican ball game' – if anyone actually knew the rules. Failing that, we'd have no chance at Bullfighting either.
Would you want to live there? To show Americans the meaning of irony. That and to meet ludicrously hot women.
Dating Tips from a FHM Girl
Body Language is everything! If you are talking to me and I am interested, I would not have my arms crossed and would not be turned away, I would be more opened up to you. I also would be making great eye contact.
What should a guy say when he meet you?
I love it when a guy has confidence and comes up with something very witty to say to me. It starts the conversation on a very light and easy note. Plus makes me laugh, and I have always believed that's a way to a girl's heart!
Where should a guy take you on a first date?
On the first date, do an activity and dinner. By activity I mean go play putt-putt golf, race go-carts or even to an arcade! It's fun and active, yet gives you a chance to socialize and get to know each other. Don't go see a movie on a first date, there is no room to get to know the person!
Describe your worst date.
I guess I have been pretty lucky, I can't think of a date that really was that bad?
Describe your best date.
One of my best dates was a little extreme, however that's probably why it stands out so much! The guy I had been dating for a while told me he had a special day planned for me. So he came in the morning and picked me up and blindfolded me and when he took off the blindfold and we were at the airport! I had no clue where we were going until we got to the gate! He ended up taking me to San Diego because I had these two restaurants (Breakfast and a dinner place!) that I have always talked about. He wanted to take me to my two favorite places and the beach! Couldn't get any better than that!
What are your Do's and Do Not's for first date conversations?
I love when a guy take the initiative and asks questions to get to know me. I really enjoy when conversations stay light and playful. Definitely let the sense of humor shine through! Remember, the way to a girls heart is making her laugh! ;) I really don't like when the guy talks about his ex's or asks me about my ex's. It's your past, leave it there!
How long after a guy gets your number should he call or text:?
I don't think there's truly set amount of time you should wait. However, I personally don't like it when they contact me the same day. It seems a little to desperate, but I am more than OK when they contact me within the next day or two!
What should a guy say when he meet you?
I love it when a guy has confidence and comes up with something very witty to say to me. It starts the conversation on a very light and easy note. Plus makes me laugh, and I have always believed that's a way to a girl's heart!
Where should a guy take you on a first date?
On the first date, do an activity and dinner. By activity I mean go play putt-putt golf, race go-carts or even to an arcade! It's fun and active, yet gives you a chance to socialize and get to know each other. Don't go see a movie on a first date, there is no room to get to know the person!
Describe your worst date.
I guess I have been pretty lucky, I can't think of a date that really was that bad?
Describe your best date.
One of my best dates was a little extreme, however that's probably why it stands out so much! The guy I had been dating for a while told me he had a special day planned for me. So he came in the morning and picked me up and blindfolded me and when he took off the blindfold and we were at the airport! I had no clue where we were going until we got to the gate! He ended up taking me to San Diego because I had these two restaurants (Breakfast and a dinner place!) that I have always talked about. He wanted to take me to my two favorite places and the beach! Couldn't get any better than that!
What are your Do's and Do Not's for first date conversations?
I love when a guy take the initiative and asks questions to get to know me. I really enjoy when conversations stay light and playful. Definitely let the sense of humor shine through! Remember, the way to a girls heart is making her laugh! ;) I really don't like when the guy talks about his ex's or asks me about my ex's. It's your past, leave it there!
How long after a guy gets your number should he call or text:?
I don't think there's truly set amount of time you should wait. However, I personally don't like it when they contact me the same day. It seems a little to desperate, but I am more than OK when they contact me within the next day or two!
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