culture El Sudcaliforniano 2026-11-01

Toluca Celebrates Traditional Alfeñique Candy Despite Changing Times

Toluca is celebrating its traditional sugar skull festival, though some younger residents are losing touch with the historic confectionery craft. Local families have spent generations turning sugar paste into a festive art form used to welcome deceased loved ones.

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