Mexico City is foodie heaven, with old fashioned fare mixing it with ultra modern cuisine. To navigate the tastes of the city it is best to take a local guide.
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From tacos to tapas to teriyaki chicken, Mexico City is a foodie paradise. Buzzing, manic and colourful, the Mexican capital is one of the biggest cities on earth and has a mind-boggling selection of excellent eateries – it’s hard to not walk down one of the busy streets and smell something tasty to snack on, whether its meaty tamales or cheesy quesadillas. The best way to get the most out of a culinary exploration of Mexico City is of course by taking a local guide – there are plenty to choose from who will help navigate the best tastes the city has to offer.
Authentic Downtown Food Tour
Jump straight in to Mexico’s street food scene with this tour that features classic cantinas, traditional restaurants and street food stalls. Heading to San Juan Market, the aim is to show where the locals eat, rather than tourist hotspots, and the guide has a few hidden gems to recommend too. Over five hours (make sure you bring an appetite) there are eight stops, accompanied all the way by insightful stories about the origin of the dishes and drinks, as well as the history, legends, and traditions of the city. It’s not that cheap on paper but the price does include all the food tastings (enough for lunch), water and booze. From €96.54.
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La Merced and Sonora Market Culinary Adventure
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La Merced is one of the largest and oldest markets in Mexico City and a top destination for trying out some of the best dishes the country has to offer. The place is packed with locals, whether that’s workers on their lunchbreak or those taking a pause from shopping, and the flavours are all authentic. The knowledgeable guide makes 10 stops, with samples of delicious local food, seasonal fruit and pre-Hispanic ingredients, plus of course Mezcal Micheladas. It’s an immersive experience that is made so much better with someone leading the way. From €58.47.
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3–Hour Polanco Food Tour
Polanco is one of Mexico’s upmarket luxury neighbourhoods but that doesn’t mean it’s not a foodie adventure. The area is nothing short of a gastronomic wonderland, with everything from authentic Mexican food, including tacos, tlayudas, tuna tostadas and tortilla soup, to some of the country’s best chocolate and some inventive fusion cuisine. The guide points out a number of local hotspots, explaining the history of the neighbourhood on the way. It’s just three hours too which is perfect for a short visit – highly recommended. From €88.27.
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Authentic Mexican food Colonia Roma
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Mexico City’s Roma neighbourhood is a hipster magnet and that means that there will be food galore. But rather than trawl coffee shops looking for the perfect muffin, this tour seeks out the area’s authentic Mexican cuisine, as well as doing something of a virtual tour of the country. How so? Food and drink from different regions of the country such as Jalisco, Yucatán, Oaxaca, Sinaloa, Michoacán and Puebla, are all in abundance here and faithfully presented. The tour includes 10 testings (seven foods and three drinks) and is all done in a relaxed manner befitting Roma’s bohemian atmosphere. From €72.09.
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Colonia Roma Food Tour
This tour offers a taste of the more contemporary cuisine in Colonia Roma. Alongside tasty fish tacos and Oaxaca and French cuisine, there are stops at a bistro, microbrewery and coffeehouse too. Alongside the food there is a lot of information on the history of the area and the colonial architecture – it’s a well rounded excursion that takes four hours. From €98.06.
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Tacos & Mezcal Night Food Tour
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Tacos and Mescal are what a lot of people think about when pondering Mexican food. This night time tour visits four classic and traditional taquerías as well as one of the oldest mescal bars in Mexico City. The food is a mix of both contemporary and traditional taco al pastor and the guide fills the night with entertaining stories of the city past and present. It’s a great way to spend three hours in Mexico City and everything is included. From €114.94.
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Street Food Tour with Friends
Not only does this tour visit more foodie spots than others – including La Condesa, Roma, Chapultepec Park, and Juarez – as it’s on two wheels there is a chance to burn off a few of those extra calories too. The small-group, half-day bike trip and tasting tour travels through leafy parks and bustling boulevards to traditional street markets and family-run food stands, with a mix of sweet and savory snacks. It’s fun and a great way to get to grips with Mexico City’s food. From €70.05.
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