Discover and re-discover Mexico’s cuisine, culture and history through the recipes, backyard stories and other interesting findings of an expatriate in Canada
When looking for recipes including ginger, I came across a very popular dish called Birria, which originated in the state of Jalisco, with regional variations in other states, such as Zacatecas and Colima … Click on image for more
This is my version of Caldo Tlalpeño (Tlalpan Style Soup), a traditional recipe from Tlalpan, originally a small town which has become a borough of Mexico’s capital city. This is one of those wonderful concoctions that allow a lot of variation without losing a bit of flavour or authenticity … Click on image for more
Pozole is a true Mexican dish, with hominy corn being its main ingredient. There are many variations of pozole in different states around the country … Click on image for more
Probably the most attended outdoor event in Mexico City is “El grito”, and of course pambazos are sold there, being perfect for this celebration because they feature Mexico’s flag colours, with a crispy red crust, and white and green ingredients inside … Click on image for more
In Mexico City, these savoury molletes became popular amongst students at a fast pace, being usually one of the least expensive items on breakfast menus … click on image for more
