We try and prepare as much as possible for our trips out of the country. Besides many good guidebooks, more and more excellent websites now offer the traveler insights that the regular tour routes don't discuss. For some time now, we've enjoyed following Nicolas Gilman's blog "Good Food in Mexico City". In his latest issue, he introduces his readers to the Mercado Jamaica. This is one of the classic city markets whose speciality is flowers. However, the regular fruits, vegetables, and meats can also be found there. What got our attention was his reference to "tepache" a mildly non-alcoholic fruit drink that has all but disappeared. So, no doubt, we'll be trekking off to the mercado to find the Tepacheria 'El Oasis' to chug down a ice cold glass of this pineapple treat. If you have time, explore Gilman's blog more and see how foodies can go crazy with the assortment of foods and experiences that only Mexico can offer.
Just yesterday, we found another excellent Mexico City food blog called "Mexico Cooks." In many ways it is similar to Gilman's blog except that it isn't just limited to DF. Article after article takes you around Mexico to enjoy the tastes this country has to offer. Another big plus to this blog are authentic recipes that are presented in a step by step, easy to follow format. In the March issue, the recipe for a very tasty Carne de Cerdo in Salsa Verde (Pork in Green Sauce) will make your mouth water. Mexico Cooks also reviews restaurants. A relatively new restaurant Azul Historico happens to be very near our DF hotel. No doubt, we'll have to try it so as to report back later on our experience.
So, by now, you've probably guessed that food will be one of our central travel themes this time. Check our these blogs and follow us for some sweet, and possibly sometimes bitter, taste experiences offered south of the border. Buen provecho!
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