Today found me (courtesy of blogger buddy Chris) savoring market day in Tlacolula de Matamoros. The Sunday market is one of the oldest continuous tianguis in Mesoamerica, a commercial center for the neighboring communities, and a beehive of energy and activity.
There is food…
Chiles and more
Chickens roasting on an open fire
A bounty of fruit
Necessary cooking equipment, Oaxaca style…
Gourds for measuring and serving, palm fans for fanning the cooking flames, and brushes for moving ingredients about the comal
Metate for grinding corn, chocolate, dyes, etc.
Molcajetes necessary for crushing and grinding herbs, spices, and making the best salsas and guacamole
And, most of all, people…
Poultry shopper and hammock seller
Tortilla vendors
Garlic vendor
Market day in Tlacolula is chicken soup for my soul.
Mexican Peso Converter
View From Casita Colibrí 
The Tiacolula Sunday market is a treat…
I spent a few hours there taking is the all the the Valley has to offer. Great place to people watch and observe the culture as well as pick up a few items for friends and family. I had a full lunch complete with mezcal before and after. It was rime well spent and will definitely go back someday.
Thanks for posting Shannon, John B.
Thanks, John. Love the people watching!
Once again, wonderful photos. Thanks so much.
Thanks, Alana!