Gastronomy in Mexico

Mexican cuisine is known for its succulence and its great variety. Corn is indigenous to Mexico and their use dates back thousands of year, as well as some other important igredients like: chiles, beans, pumpkins, avocado, tomato, cocoa, cactus rabbit, armadillo and turkey, as well as insects, frogs, turtles and a variety of fruits such as plums and pitaya.

With the arrival of the Spaniards not only encountered new culinary wonders but also introduced their own. They brought a wide variety of ingredients and new techniques. The dishes were enriched with the introduction of fruits, sugar, oil, cereals such as wheat, spices such as oregano and black pepper, cattle, chickens, pigs, sheep, milk, and rice among others.

With this cultural heritage the Mexican became popular all over the world for its bold flavors and with dishes like: “mole”, “chiles en nogada”, lime soup, “cochinita pibil”, “carnitas” and the famous ”tacos”, among others.

There are also beverages such as tequila, beer, fresh tropical fruits waters, “atole”, “champurrado” and of course chocolate.

The Mexican cuisine is also rich in treats and desserts like “flan”, “capirotada” and the great variety of traditional sweets made with milk and sugar.
In 2010 the Mexican cuisine was included in the list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of the world by UNESCO.

In this section we talk about the typical dishes of each of the country's tourist destinations, as well as the recipes so that you can make and enjoy them whenever you want.

In each of the places you visit in Mexico, gastronomy will always be an attraction... Enjoy it!!