240Oaxaca, MexicoSip artisanal mezcal slowly with orange slices and sal de gusano—never take shotsAs the Oaxacan saying goes: "Para todo mal, mezcal; para todo bien, también." Traditional 100% agave mezcal should be "k…Things to knowFoodCulture
330Mexico City, MexicoStreet taco stand safety rule: pick the stand packed with Mexican office workersDon’t fear CDMX street food. High turnover means the meat and salsas are freshly made and haven’t been sitting out. Look…Local tipsFoodBudget
195Oaxaca, MexicoDrink hot chocolate "con agua" at Chocolate Mayordomo for authentic Aztec tasteWhile tourists order hot chocolate made with milk, Oaxacans traditionally brew cacao ground with almonds, cinnamon, and…FoodCulture
210Mexico City, MexicoMercado de San Juan: gourmet artisan cheeses, cured meats, and edible insectsMexico City’s premier culinary market for professional chefs. Try fresh crusty baguettes with aged Manchego and wine sam…FoodMarket
265Oaxaca, MexicoMercado 20 de Noviembre "Pasillo de Humo": pick raw meats first, then sitWalk into the smoke-filled "Meat Aisle". Point to strips of tasajo (thin beef), cecina (spiced pork), and chorizo at the…Local tipsFoodMarket
