Eating My Way Through Mexico City, Mexico City, Mexico
Before heading to Mexico City, pretty much everyone I asked for recommendations raved about Mexican street food.
Needless to say, all this hype got me pretty pumped up. I’m not ususally one to discriminate or play favorites when it comes to food, but Mexican cuisine is definitely one of my favorites. Is it just me, or do Mexicans just seem to get it? There’s nothing quite as flavorful as a good Mexican meal (something Chileans could really use a lesson in). I’m pretty sure I could live on tequila, tacos and guacamole and die happy.
We didn’t have very much time in Mexico City (a mere 4 days) and with my new job and busy schedule, I, unfortunately, didn’t have the time to do my usual before-trip prep. My family was also a bit nervous about coming face to face with Montezuma and his ‘revenge’ (the common Mexican holiday tummy funnies) with our short time in the city and we didn’t want anything to slow us down. We wanted to indulge in all the delicious street food without the possibilty of risk. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
Needless to say, all this hype got me pretty pumped up. I’m not ususally one to discriminate or play favorites when it comes to food, but Mexican cuisine is definitely one of my favorites. Is it just me, or do Mexicans just seem to get it? There’s nothing quite as flavorful as a good Mexican meal (something Chileans could really use a lesson in). I’m pretty sure I could live on tequila, tacos and guacamole and die happy.
We didn’t have very much time in Mexico City (a mere 4 days) and with my new job and busy schedule, I, unfortunately, didn’t have the time to do my usual before-trip prep. My family was also a bit nervous about coming face to face with Montezuma and his ‘revenge’ (the common Mexican holiday tummy funnies) with our short time in the city and we didn’t want anything to slow us down. We wanted to indulge in all the delicious street food without the possibilty of risk. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: Eating My Way Through Mexico City
Guide Location: Mexico » Mexico City
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Article (B))
Author: Lauren Bonheim
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Guide Location: Mexico » Mexico City
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Article (B))
Author: Lauren Bonheim
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Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Bellas Artes Museum
- San Juan Market
- Mercado San Arcos de Belen
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