Por qué los mexicanos dicen “provecho”? 10 códigos culturales Parte 2 - Why Do Mexicans Say “Provecho”? 10 Cultural Codes, Part 2

Por qué los mexicanos dicen “provecho”? 10 códigos culturales Parte 2 - Why Do Mexicans Say “Provecho”? 10 Cultural Codes, Part 2

September 1, 2026 · 28 min · Episode 335

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This episode explores various Mexican cultural codes, including greetings and social behaviors.

How do you know whether to shake hands, hug, or give someone a cheek kiss in Mexico? Why do Mexicans offer food even when they barely have enough for themselves, and why can a party’s start time be more of a suggestion than a rule? In this episode, we continue our conversation about Mexican cultural codes and explore the social meaning behind physical greetings, “¿gustas?”, sobremesa, flexible timing, and softening negative responses and requests. We also share some funny personal experiences...

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