One of our brand new walks in Mexico City ventures into some our favorite cantinas in the city. Come hungry and don’t forget to hydrate!
January 1, 2020 Market Tacos in Mexico City (0)
The market plays an important role in Mexico City’s daily life, not just because of its […] Posted in Mexico CityNovember 14, 2019 Ancient Agriculture in Mexico City (0)
On our Xochimilco walk, we learn about the one-of-a-kind agricultural system in this […] Posted in Mexico CityJuly 30, 2019 Lunch On the Go in Mexico City (0)
The vendor at this hole in the wall in Mexico City is selling tacos de canasta, cheap […] Posted in Mexico City
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Mexico CityThe market plays an important role in Mexico City’s daily life, not just because of its vendors but also because of its food makers – these market districts are home to a dizzying mix of street food sellers and small specialty restaurants. We sample some of these treats, tacos included, on our Market Watch walk.
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Ancient Agriculture in Mexico City
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Mexico CityOn our Xochimilco walk, we learn about the one-of-a-kind agricultural system in this UNESCO heritage site. Called chinampas, the island plots of farmland between the canals were first built by the ancient Toltecs when the area was on the edge of a long-gone lake. Today they are still used to feed nearby Mexico City.
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Lunch On the Go in Mexico City
Mexico CityThe vendor at this hole in the wall in Mexico City is selling tacos de canasta, cheap and filling tacos that are steamed inside a basket (hence the name, ‘canasta’ means ‘basket’), to customers. They make a quick and delicious lunch.