MEXICO CITY
Mexico City “Meat Up” Event
Meat Up
Quick Bite: Attention all CDMX barbacoa lovers! Culinary Backstreets is launching a series of “Meat Ups” — weekend day-trips designed to explore some of the best meat-centric culinary destinations around Mexico City.
Your host for the day will be Paco de Santiago, CB’s lead guide in CDMX, an intrepid gastronaut who has personally chosen the places we’ll be going to. We’ll arrange the transportation — all you need to do is show up at the meeting point and be ready for a day of exceptional eating. To kick things off, we’ll be heading to the village of Boye in Querétaro State, known for its annual barbacoa festival, where we’ll stop at a family-run spot to try their superb version of the classic weekend roast, here made with lamb. Expect a day good food, good times and good company.
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Fee includes everything consumed on the walk. Some special features:
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Cannot accommodate a vegetarian diet |  |
Children welcome |
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Can accommodate a gluten-free diet |  |
Not stroller – friendly |
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Pork is served |  |
Cannot accommodate a pescatarian diet |
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FAQ
Am I going to get sick from eating Mexican street food or tacos? Mild discomfort is common for people who aren’t used to eating Mexican spices or produce. However, all the food stops on each of our tours have been personally tested by our founders, as well as each of our guides. We stand by their quality and cleanliness.
Can you pick me up from my hotel? How will I return once the tour is over? Our tour prices don’t include transportation to and from the meeting point. If you book a tour, you’re responsible for arriving to the pre-arranged meeting spot on your own. Most Mexico City hotels provide taxi services for guests, and it’s generally easy and convenient to use them. If you chose to have a private walk, the guide may be able to meet you at the hotel.
Once the tour is over, we will help you get an authorized, safe taxi to your hotel, or provide directions on public transportation, if you’re interested in that.
Is English spoken?English is definitely spoken! Our guides are either American and bilingual in Spanish, or they’re Mexicans who speak fluent English. We will also happily do a tour in Spanish if you prefer.
Can vegetarians or vegans take this tour? We cannot accommodate non-meat eaters on this activity. Our tours also work for anyone with cheese, nut and wheat allergies. Please let us what know your dietary restrictions in advance.
What should I wear? Comfortable, closed-toed shoes (no flip-flops please), pants, and shirts in layers — it can be cooler in the morning and warmer in the afternoon. Please bring an umbrella if you’re traveling in Mexico City’s rainy season, from June-September.
How much food will I get to try? This is really up to you. We generally taste around six items on each tour, but the price includes as much food as you’re open to trying. We offer a suggested portion size at each stop and you can take our recommendation if you’d like. Our goal is to have you end the tour pleasantly stuffed, not so full you can barely walk. That said, everyone’s appetite is different and we welcome all varieties!
What if it rains? Our tours are conducted rain or shine.
Can I bring my children on this tour? Sure! Children under 6 are free of charge, but Mexico City is not very stroller friendly, so you should either bring a baby carrier or have a kid ready to walk. Children 7-12 are 50% off. Teenagers 13 and often eat more than their parents and pay full price.
What is your cancellation policy? The entire reservation can be cancelled with 100% refunded minus credit card processing fees if cancelled more than 1 week in advance. Cancellations of more than 3 days, are refundable at 50% and less than 72 hours are not refundable.
What should I bring? We strongly recommend leaving passports, credit cards, jewelry and professional cameras at home and carrying only a small amount of cash with you as we will be paying for everything you consume. We also strongly recommend not wearing open-toed shoes, shorts or jewelry.
