Because Mexico was once under French rule, and a Mexican dictator favoured European styles, Mexico City has landmarks that resemble their counterparts in the French capital ... click on title for more
On How Paris Reminded Me of Mexico City
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My Dad’s Pictures: Mexico City Metropolitan Cathedral
For this Father's Day, I am remembering my dad today through two of his pictures (circa 1970): A night view of Mexico City's Metropolitan Cathedral (above), and a similar frame during the day (below), with a view of the tabernacle on the right side, and my brother and me walking towards the building. To all [...]
Street Food: Mexico City Style Gorditas
In Central Mexico, specifically Mexico City, unless specified otherwise, a “gordita” is formed from masa (nixtamalized corn dough), and filled before cooking, traditionally with either refried beans, or chicharrón prensado ... click on title for more
Torta de Chilaquiles – Another Crazy Sandwich
Around the turn of the century (and Millennium), a creative entrepreneur at the corner of Alfonso Reyes and Tamaulipas streets, in Mexico City’s neighbourhood of La Condesa, decided to give tortas (Mexican sandwiches) a unique twist, using chilaquiles (tortilla chips smothered in a Mexican sauce) as filling. Over the years, she added extra ingredients, such as breaded chicken cutlets, and nowadays, there are many stands and restaurants all around the city offering tortas de chilaquiles ... click on title for more
How to Make Tacos al Pastor without a Spinning Vertical Grill
Homemade tacos al pastor can be as tasty as the ones from a spinning vertical grill, either made with the traditional pork meat, or with jackfruit for a vegan option … click on title for more
My Slice of Mexico 