hi, I live in Merida , here from Holland, I go very often ,to the chocolate shop ,in Santa Lucia,…read morewhere I get the dark ,bar with Hazelnuts, it is vert good ! but the service, is just Not friendly, I do not like to be treated , like a tourist and do not appreciate, put -out service ! very disappointed !!

my wife bought a bar of their dry season harvest (from 2Beans in NY)...nice light flavor of…read morecardamom and nutmeg, though can't really taste the chili or pepper. and I like the slight grittiness, one of the things I've liked about chocolate we've had around the Yucatan.

Belgian chocolate is pretty famous. So is Mexican beans. So what happens when you take a Belgian…read morechocolatier who lives in the Yucatan to make chocolate with things like the Criollo bean? Some fantastic stuff. A bag of roasted beans from the factory is something people usually have to shell crush and sugar to make it palatable. These were so good I was usually popping them straight and sometimes not even shelling them. The bitterness and lightness of the bean is amazing. For those of you that like darker chocolate with smooth bitterness, seek this out.

I stopped by Coqui Coqui to do some shopping yesterday and had a wonderful experience. Coqui Coqui…read moreis a perfumery with locations in Mexico, France, and French Polynesia. The Merida store is beautiful, housed within a 1903 townhouse. The location has an onsite residency, spa, and cafe, in addition to the perfumery shop! I smelled several of the perfumes from their Mexican collection/line and picked one to take home that I loved, but they offer more than just perfumes - handmade honeys, marmalades, chocolates, home goods, decor, and more! I left with my perfume, a couple of marmalades, and a pink peppercorn honey! The service is wonderful - friendly, patient (I tried just about every perfume from that line), and helpful! Overall, just a wonderful and unique boutique shopping experience in Merida!

Coqui coqui is a gem of olfactory delight within the city of Merida. It is a beautifully restored…read morecolonial residence that houses a perfumeria, shop, cafe, & spa. Upon entering, I felt as though I had entered a dream... I scheduled a deep tissue massage which was heavenly... The approach from the first floor to the massage room felt like a mysterious walk to an upper tower... Before my massage I was treated with a set of cucumber, cream cheese, rose, & lemongrass tea sandwiches as well as tea which was included in my massage. The masseuse was excellent. Great memorable experience. The young lady at front desk from Los Angeles was super friendly and welcoming.

From Chicago, first time at P&D today for coffee and pastries. Here are some thoughts:…read more -It is located less than a block from Santiago Park. -It is my favorite coffee shop so far in Merida (1 month in). -I ordered a vanilla latte and a pastry, both were excellent! -The service was very good. -Has the feeling of being a quiet spot in a busy part of town. -Oh, and they have high chairs, if you're thinking of bringing a little one with you... Highly recommended!!

Just had a full-blown pastry awakening at Placer y Delirio!…read moreThe name doesn't lie--pure pleasure with a side of delirium. Every bite had me questioning my life choices (like why I haven't been here sooner). The pastries? Outrageously delicious. The vibe? Cool enough to make your iced coffee jealous. Service was great--friendly without being fake. 10/10 would sell my diet plan for another croissant.

Everything was excellent and the ambiance was great, we really had a great time and will recommend…read moreit to everyone

Very well-done tourist stop. Not only fun but educational as well. That was the first jaguar we…read morehad ever seen. The chocolate demonstration is in English and Spanish. It was worth taking the time to do this.

From Chicago, second time at SFFM this morning. Here are my thoughts:…read more -It's best to get there when it opens, because a lot of shops sell out early. -A high percentage of shop owners and shoppers speak English. -This is a great place to buy fresh foods and specialty items. -Not as many fresh organic veggies like you typically find in the U.S. at a farmers market. -Many of the shops are cash only. -My wife LOVES this place : ) Highly recommended!

One of my favorite places to go, they offered a great display of products with a great amount of…read morevenfors full of passion , love and Dessire for what they do, this market is a must to try and enjoy a wonderful day walking around .