By Fernanda Noriega
Talavera pottery has a classical Mexican appearance. The brightly colored earthenware can be found almost everywhere you look in San Miguel de Allende. Surely you have seen the traditional designs on bowls, ashtrays, tea sets, door plates, and hundreds of other items. People love the rustic look it gives a home, and they are happy to provide work for hundreds of San Miguel artisans.
You can find Talavera pottery at craft shops throughout the city. Some businesses sell high quality porcelain Talavera with the traditional designs and white and blue colors. The quintessential place to purchase these beautiful items is at the Artisan’s Market! If you go, we recommend wearing comfortable shoes as this popular market involves a long walk. Along each of its corridors you can find more than 10 stores that specialize in the sale of Talavera. It is appropriate for all areas of your home: the kitchen, the garden, the living room, your bedroom, and even your bathroom, if you wish.
If you want your house to shine with all the colonial style of San Miguel, choose a design that combines with all your rooms. The prices are not high, and you will have the satisfaction of supporting one of the main economic activities in the city.
