All Things “Holiday” are at Diane Powers’ Bazaar del Mundo Shops & Restaurants
A lively and colorful entry to San Diego’s Old Town community, Powers’ Bazaar del Mundo Shops (4133 Taylor Street, San Diego, CA 92110; 619-296-3161) have been one of San Diego’s favorite locally owned shopping destinations for decades, especially for holiday gifts! These vibrant shops overflow with treasures and fashions from around the globe – ideal for the interior design fanatic, fashionista or party host.
Step into Bazaar del Mundo’s Guatemala Shop to catch a glimpse into the most vibrant of Guatemalan markets, as well as art and accessories from Central and South America. This shop also presents traditional Latin American crafts and textiles, with handmade and one-of-a-kind collectibles. In the Artes de Mexico Shop, you’ll find the best Mexico has to offer without leaving San Diego – including a wide selection of regional folk art, ceramics, ornaments, traditional Mexican clothing and authentic Mata Ortiz pottery. Customers can also find colorful and festive decorations such as piñatas, paper flowers and sombreros for any “fiesta!” themed celebration.
For unique and colorful fashion pieces you can’t find anywhere else, the Bazaar del Mundo Shops are filled with new finds including women’s clothing, purses, belts, jewelry and more in the Ariana Shop. Or visit The Gallery to find exceptional pieces made by Native American and Southwestern artists, including decorated glass, wall art, and a large collection of authentic sterling silver jewelry featuring turquoise, corral, lapis and more.
When shopping at Bazaar del Mundo, you’ll find a fabulous selection of cookbooks dedicated to recipes for vegans, all things meat, vegetarians, breakfast foods and more. Alongside an array of cookbooks is an assortment of traditional Mexican spices, soup and bread mixes, sauces, salsas, preserves, jellies, dressings, and vinegars and everything you need for a stunning charcuterie board – all beautifully packaged and ready to be gifted.
Powers’ award-winning restaurant Casa Guadalajara (located next to Bazaar del Mundo, 4105 Taylor Street, San Diego CA 92110; 619-295-111) is also getting into the spirit of the season with delicious dishes that infuse traditional holiday flavors into its authentic Mexican offerings.
The restaurant’s iconic Turkey Mole Tamales are back. Celebrate the holiday season with two handmade tamales filled with turkey, raisins, chopped pecans and apples, all topped with a mole sauce and sesame seeds. This delicious holiday special is available through the New Year.
Visit these two iconic San Diego small businesses for a fiesta-worthy holiday experience.
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