Local Food Guides

In this post, we share some iconic dishes and ingredients characteristic of Oaxacan food. Use it as a culinary travel guide for your next foodie adventure in Oaxaca!

The best restaurants in Puerto Escondido for fresh seafood and classic Mexican eats. From seafood soups and fresh ceviches to smoked fish tacos and grilled fare, there’s more than enough to satisfy even the most voracious seafood enthusiasts.

Markets are the beating heart of Mexico City. Whether you are interested in delicious eats or treasure hunting for Mexican artisanal goods, this guide has you covered.

If you are love to eat and are curious about food, there are few places better than Mexico City. Read on for observations about Mexico City food culture and a list of the best restaurants and street food you can find in town.

Carnitas — arguably the most decadent taco meat in existence — is made by frying every part of the pig you can imagine in its own lard for two-four hours. Read on for a brief history of this indulgent dish and a roundup of the best carnitas tacos we ate in Mexico City.

If you want to sample the best of Oaxacan food and happen to be in Oaxaca on a Sunday, making a trip to the traditional Tlacolula Market is a must.

Outside of Tulum’s swanky hotel zone, there are more than enough hole-in-the-wall eateries and late-night street stalls to go around. All places on this list are budget-friendly, locally-owned, and super delicious.

Visiting San Francisco Chinatown was the closest I felt to Chinese culture outside of China and Taiwan…and it’s just the beginning of what the city has to offer when it comes to authentic Chinese food.