The Village Market

Many women of San Pedro Columbia (or their children), hoping for a little cash income, walk a couple miles daily to the Maya ruin outside the village to sell their crafts. They wait all day, and maybe one car will come, with visitors that often have seen the same crafts at previous stops. Still, the sellers return to the ruin the next day. Your purchase will create an important alternative for some of the women in the village, and in return, you will be rewarded with a quality product.

The Columbia women are well known for their fine embroidery. The Dancing Jaguar is an ancient Maya design introduced in Columbia by IAIA. The jaguar was an important symbol for the ancient Maya and, as king of the jungles of Central America, it is feared and revered by the modern-day Maya as well. The 8"x12" Dancing Jaguar made especially for you will arrive at your home in a wooden frame with glass and a card introducing the woman who sewed it. Expect to see it within six weeks of receipt of your order.

Our cacao nuggets are made of organic unsweetened chocolate, harvested by the village farmers and processed by the village women. Each nugget contains approximately one tablespoon grated chocolate. It stores well and grates easily. Enjoy natural chocolate drinks and have fun adapting your favorite chocolate recipes. Your order will arrive with an information sheet about growing and harvesting cacao and a couple recipes to get you started. The harvesting season is December through July.

Village Market Offerings and Order Form

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