In the Mexican state of Michoacán, celebrations around this time of year center on the guacamole bowl instead of the Super Bowl. That’s because each year, the premier sporting event in the U.S. serves as the main source of income for hundreds of families south of the border who ensure that 138,000 tons of avocados […]
The last business that sells pre-Hispanic food in Mexico City
This business works hard to keep looking for and offering pre-Hispanic food, although these foods are less and less in demand. Only seven kilometers from Paseo de la Reforma (one of the several sophisticated areas that Mexico City has) is the last business that works hard to offer only pre-Hispanic food. Here you can buy […]
The “Tampiqueña” a Mexican Food classic inspired by Tampico
The “Tampiqueña” was created in 1939 by restaurateur José Inés Loredo and his brother, Chef Fidel, both originally from San Luis Potosí. However, the dish was not created in Tampico, Tamaulipas but in Mexico City instead, in their restaurant “Tampico Club”. They decided to give the place that name to honor the many years that […]
Mexican Whiskey Powered by Ancient Yucatecan Corn
More than a dozen distilleries across Mexico make the spirit. Of the 59 varieties of native corn in Mexico, nal t’eel is one of the oldest, having emerged in the Yucatán Peninsula some 4,000 years ago. It grows quickly, largely unbothered by heavy rains or drought — so robust that the Mayanscalled it “rooster corn.” […]
How vanilla left Mexico and went from being a tribute to the Aztecs to a flavor that captivated the world
Vanilla is a crop that has crossed many borders and continents, but it did not come from Madagascar, the world’s main producer today. It originated in the forests of Mexico and Central America, where a long, twisting vine developed a unique and powerful fragrance that we all recognize. The remarkable thing about vanilla is that […]
Discover the World of Wine of San Miguel de Allende and Dolores Hidalgo, we will tell you details
There are 10 vineyards between San Miguel de Allende and Dolores Hidalgo; most of them with their own labels and various presentations of different types of grapes; some even with international awards for their quality. In addition, most of them offer complete experiences, from tours, tastings, full meals and pairings. In San Miguel de Allende […]
Día de la Candelaria: The history of the street of the tamales in Querétaro
What started as a family custom, became a tradition: the famous street of the tamales, which comes to life on the José María Arteaga road, which is located very close to the center of Querétaro.“The family of my husband, Mrs. Anita Paulín, started selling tamales on this street 56 years ago; it is a family […]
From Ensenada to Cancun: “Shrimp with garlic mojo”
Shrimp with garlic mojo is one of the favorite dishes on all Mexican coasts. From Acapulco to Mazatlan, from Veracruz to Cancún, the recipe takes advantage of the high quality of the seafood caught in Mexico. Garlic mojo is a sauce made from garlic, oil, vinegar, and salt, and is used to season meat, chicken, or […]
Caldo Tlalpeño the Mexican vegetable soup
Caldo tlalpeño is a chicken and vegetable soup in Mexican cuisine that contains chicken meat, chickpeas, carrots, and green beans, submerged in a chicken broth with garlic and onion, seasoned with epazote, cumin, and chipotle chili. It is served with avocado slices and diced cheese, and accompanied with lime. Caldo Tlalpeño (Tlalpeño broth) Originally from […]
Fix yourself a delicious Mexican Cactus Salad (Ensalada de Nopales)
According to the Encyclopedic Dictionary of Mexican Gastronomy, nopales salad is very common in Mexico City and surrounding states, and is usually accompanied with tacos, or as a garnish for any roast meat. Nopales salad is a healthy and easy recipe to prepare. You just need to cut the nopales into small pieces, cook them, and add onion, […]