If it’s the fourth Friday of Lent and you are in Oaxaca, it must be Día de la Samaritana — a wonderful “only in Oaxaca” celebration. From bougainvillea decorated stands in doorways throughout the city and banquet tables lining the Alcalá in front of Templo de la Preciosa Sangre de Cristo…
… divinely flavored aguas frescas made with fresh fruits and flowers — jamaica, horchata, chilacayota, tamarindo, among other colorful and refreshing beverages — were offered.
Día de la Samaritana is inspired by the Gospel of John story in the New Testament: At noon, a tired and, apparently, thirsty Jesus, on his way to Galilee, asks a Samaritan woman at Jacob’s Well in Sychar for some water. His request was highly unusual because, according to the Old Testament, “Jews regarded the Samaritans as foreigners and their attitude was often hostile.” The woman complied with his request and the rest is history.
For me, the day embodies the warm, welcoming, and generous spirit of the people of Oaxaca. It’s just another reason why I love living in Oaxaca.
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My bougainvilleas aren’t quite as full yet. Love the pop of color!
The bougainvillea here always seem to be in bloom. I love it, too!
Hi Shannon, Where is the spot in Benito Juarez where I can pick up some vanilla? You mentioned yesterday that you know of a great source. Graham
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Hi Graham. Enter Benito Juárez mercado at the main entrance in the middle of calle Las Casas; walk straight down the aisle to the meat; turn right and on your right you immediately see a large stall with bins of mole, dried chili peppers, nuts, dried fruits, raisens, dried cranberries, etc. That’s it! If you can’t find it, let me know and I can show you sometime this weekend.