I've been to 24 out of 32 states in Mexico. This overlooked gem is a new favorite Daniel Hernandez, Los Angeles Times Jul 20, 2026 17 hrs ago 0 1 of 6 A ceramic figurine of the extinct Mexican dog breed tlalchichi, which is native to Colima. (Daniel Hernandez/Los Angeles Times/TNS) Daniel Hernandez/Los Angeles Times/TNS A cucumber and mezcal cocktail at a rooftop bar overlooking Colima's central square. (Daniel Hernandez/Los Angeles Times/TNS) Daniel Hernandez/Los Angeles Times/TNS A Colima Cero on a table at a restaurant on Saturday, March 22, 2025, in Colima, Mexico. (Daniel Hernandez/Los Angeles Times/TNS) Daniel Hernandez/Los Angeles Times/TNS The dish pozole seco on Friday, March 21, 2025, in Colima, Mexico. (Daniel Hernandez/Los Angeles Times/TNS) Daniel Hernandez/Los Angeles Times/TNS The dish La Sal on Sunday, March 23, 2025, in Colima, Mexico. (Daniel Hernandez/Los Angeles Times/TNS) Daniel Hernandez/Los Angeles Times/TNS Glass of tuba compuesta, a fermented drink made from the sap of the coconut palm. (Daniel Hernandez/Los Angeles Times/TNS) Daniel Hernandez/Los Angeles Times/TNS Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Daniel Hernandez, Los Angeles Times I sat down recently and counted — surprising myself — that I've notched visits to 24 of Mexico's 32 states, for leisure or while reporting. Querétaro is a highland charmer. Nuevo León is the country's muscular northern colossus. Campeche, a verdant beauty. Everywhere I go in this country, I find new wonders. 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