Cuisine

Craving bold flavors? Mexican cuisine offers more than tacos. Explore fresh salsas, comforting street food, and rich mole sauces. Discover the vibrant culture on your plate.

A plate of chorizo tacos, a classic Mexican dish that highlights the spicy and smoky flavor.

History

How Hernán Cortés Brought Chorizo Sausage to Mexico

A traditional Mexican dish made with cuetlas or tepolchichic, the larvae of the Dead Man's Butterfly

Cuisine

Why Edible Insects Are Taking Over Mexican Kitchens

A delicious spread of traditional Mexican beverages including tequila, mezcal, horchata, and micheladas.

Cuisine

The Ultimate Guide to Mexico's Best Beverages

The Truth Behind Mezcal's Marketing Gimmick

Cuisine

The Truth Behind Mezcal's Marketing Gimmick

A steaming bowl of spicy chili con carne, a classic Tex-Mex dish.

Cuisine

How Chili Became a Cultural Icon in Mexican Cuisine

Jumil, also known as the mountain bug, is a versatile ingredient that can be roasted and ground.

Cuisine

The Surprising Health Benefits of Eating Jumil, the Mountain Bug

A plate of Tacos al Pastor, a classic Mexican dish that is not typically spicy but is full of flavor.

Cuisine

Why Not All Mexicans Love Spicy Food

A plate of crispy chapulines seasoned with garlic and lemon mojo, a traditional Oaxacan snack.

Cuisine

Protein-Packed and Crunchy: Why Chapulines Should Be Your Go-To Snack

A delicious and spicy plate of tacos al pastor, featuring marinated pork, pineapple, and chili peppers.

Cuisine

The Surprising Influence of Chili Peppers on Mexican Character

A dish of escamoles, or Mexican ant caviar, served with a side of guacamole and tortilla chips.

Cuisine

Can't Beet This: Escamoles are the Nutty Delicacy You'll Want to Try

Savor the Crunch: Enjoy a plate of elotero tacos, made with deliciously toasted worms found on corn cobs.

Cuisine

Are You Brave Enough? Experience the Unique Flavors of Elotero and Acocil in Mexico

Nopal worms, the larvae of a white butterfly that lives in the leaves of the nopal cactus, are cooked in a sauce.

Cuisine

Bug Appetit! The Unique Flavors of Pre-Hispanic Worms in Mexico

A delicious plate of frog legs in traditional Mexican green sauce, a popular delicacy in the Toluca Valley.

Cuisine

The Weird and Wonderful World of Frogs in Mexican Cuisine

Charales are a popular snack food in the lake areas of Mexico, often enjoyed fried and whole.

Cuisine

From Lake to Plate: How Charales Became Mexico's Favorite Snack Food

A vibrant display of insect-based dishes, showcasing the State of Mexico's rich culinary traditions.

Cuisine

Savoring the State of Mexico's Insect-Infused Gastronomy

A delicious spread of tacos placeros, with a variety of ingredients to choose from.

Cuisine

Taco Placero: The King of Kings in Mexican Food

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