Drug Addicts Anonymous A.C. Unleashes Affordable Rosca Sale in Mérida

In response to the soaring prices in department stores in Mérida, the civil association, Drug Addicts Anonymous A.C., is providing an economical alternative.

Starting from the morning of Friday, January 3, members of the association, which is dedicated to rehabilitating individuals with drug addictions, initiated their traditional Rosca de Reyes sale. This year, six sales points have been set up in various parts of Mérida’s Historic Center, with an additional point in the Centennial Zoological Park. From 8:00 a.m., eager sellers are prepared to offer Roscas to pedestrians. The sale will continue until Monday, January 6.

Alexis Peña, a volunteer at the association, explained that the annual sale aims to raise funds for the maintenance of the shelter, located in the Santa Cruz subdivision. The shelter currently houses 80 individuals undergoing rehabilitation. The proceeds from the sale are also used to purchase food and provide therapies, as the group offers its services free of charge. Peña further added that the bread-making workshop aims to help the residents find an occupation and successfully reintegrate into society.

Rosca Pricing

The small Rosca with cheese is priced at $180 pesos, while the traditional and cream variants are available for $140 pesos. The medium size with cheese is sold for $290, while the traditional and cream versions cost $240 pesos. The large size with cheese is priced at $370, and the traditional and cream versions are available for $300.

Rosca Pricing in Downtown Mérida Bakeries

A popular bakery located on 62nd Street in downtown Mérida offers different variants of Rosca de Reyes at the following prices:

• Traditional Kings’ Rosca for 10 people – $140 pesos
• Traditional Kings’ Rosca for 16 people – $225 pesos
• Traditional Kings’ Rosca for 35 people – $395 pesos
• Kings’ Rosca with Edam cheese for 16 people – $290 pesos
• Kings’ Rosca with cream cheese for 10 people – $220 pesos
• Kings’ Rosca with cream cheese for 26 people – $450 pesos

Another bakery, part of a popular chain and located just a few steps from San Juan Park, offers only the traditional flavor in three different sizes. However, the medium-sized Roscas are currently sold out.