Tara FitzGerald
Culture
Writings wrongs
Paco Ignacio Taibo II is Mexico’s foremost detective novelist, professor, journalist and political activist. Author of 50 books, he is best known for his novels featuring hard-bitten detective Héctor Belascoarán Shayne.
Culture
Tequila sunrise
At the 2007 Oscars, three Mexican directors received 16 nominations. But in their homeland, the industry is lagging. Monocle meets the new generation of filmmakers trying to turn talent into commercial success.
Entrepreneurialism
Room service
Rafael Micha, founder of design hotel group Grupo Habita, discusses his ideal last meal. He chose the group’s Condesa DF hotel in Mexico City, a property whose menu he helped create.
