Mexico City Street Food: A Beginner's Guide

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Discover Mexico City's Iconic Street Food: A Beginner's Guide

Ready to dive into the vibrant world of Mexico City's street food? Our tour takes you straight to the Cuauhtémoc neighborhood, a bustling area known for its stock exchange, foreign embassies, and most importantly, its incredible array of street food stands. With so many hungry office workers, it's the perfect spot to experience the city's lively culinary scene.

But this tour is more than just eating! You'll also meet the passionate vendors, hear their stories, and learn fascinating facts about Mexican food and culture from your expert guide.

While our stops can vary, here's a taste of the delicious items you might try:

• Tlacoyos: Sink your teeth into these oval-shaped masa patties, handmade by experts at a stand that's been around since the 1980s. They're traditionally topped with cactus, cheese, and salsa.

• Squash-Flower Burritos: Enjoy a steaming hot burrito, prepared by a vendor with nearly a decade of experience in the neighborhood. These are packed with delicate squash flowers, beans, melted cheese, and your choice of smoky homemade hot sauce.

• Carnitas: Forget the dry, crispy versions you might have had before! We'll introduce you to authentic, tender chunks of pork, slow-cooked in lard, and served with a bright squeeze of lime and an incredibly spicy green salsa. You'll even learn how to order carnitas like a local and identify different cuts of meat.

• Cemitas: Sample this delicious sandwich from Puebla, generously filled with stringy quesillo cheese and creamy avocado slices.

And that's just a few of the mouthwatering delights awaiting you!