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Venezuelan food in Mexico City: How immigrants are shaping CDMX cuisine
Restaurants specializing in Venezuelan food are not hard to find in Mexico City, writes Lydia Carey, as Venezuelans make up the largest group of foreign residents in the capital.
4 Mexican bars are among this year’s World’s 50 Best
And make no mistake about it, these are truly Mexican establishments, not European imitators, with Mexican management, Mexican and pre-Columbian themes and an emphasis (though of course not exclusive) on Mexican spirits.
Say cheese: A guide to 5 iconic Mexican quesos and the...
Mexico's most iconic cheeses are delicious on their own, or as a melty addition to many of the country's most famous dishes, writes Lydia Leija.
Mexico and US FDA offer conflicting accounts of recent cyclospora outbreak
The FDA confirmed that the source of the contamination was a Guanajuato farm, but offered no final determination on how the lettuce became contaminated. Mexico's Cofepris disputes even the naming of the farm as the source, calling it inconclusively proven.
6 Mexican comfort foods to warm you up this autumn
As the seasons change in Mexico, so too does the preferred comfort food menu. Gabriela Solís profiles six hearty regional favorites perfect for an autumn day.
2 Mexico City chefs launched an international ‘Pay What You Can’ model. How did...
Responding to inequities in Mexico City's fine dining scene, a Michelin-star restaurant proposed a bold initiative. Here's how it went.
Mexico’s City’s chinampa restoration project Arca Tierra wins 2026 Champions of Change Award
More than just restoration, Arca Tierra seeks to produce high-quality food with a lower environmental impact, preserve traditional farming knowledge and expand access to local products.
Why pozole is more than just a Mexican stew
Was pozole made from human remains? Probably not, but that doesn't mean this iconic Mexican stew's history is any less fascinating.
Women farmers in Oaxaca, Guerrero report catastrophic drought
Two farming associations called on state and federal authorities to declare a climate emergency in drought-affected areas of Oaxaca and Guerrero and establish programs aimed at guaranteeing food sovereignty and supporting female farmers.
Following a higher soda tax, is a salty foods tax coming next?
A bill from Morena, PT and PVEM lawmakers estimates that a tax on high-sodium products could generate about 12 billion pesos (US $116.6 million) in additional federal revenue while helping reduce the prevalence of diseases associated with excess salt intake.
Taste of Mexico: The curious history and myths of chile en nogada
September's Mexican independence celebrations can only mean one thing for restaurants around the country: it's chile en nogada time.
The ultimate guide to contemporary Mexican restaurants in Guadalajara
In addition to patriotic celebrations honoring Mexico's independence, September is a great month to celebrate the country's culture and cuisine, especially in Guadalajara, writes Gaby Solís.
Mexico City for 1: The ultimate solo dining guide
The capital has everything from sophisticated canapés to casual bites to dinner and a show. Local guide Monica Belot takes you on a tour of CDMX's best solo dining joints.
Is it parmesan-style or Parmesano? Mexico-US trade talks hit snag over cheese names
Are popular cheeses like feta and manchego generic or region-specific? Mexico has already agreed with the EU that the latter is the case, which the U.S. claims threatens its US $2 billion worth of cheese exports to Mexico.
The Jewish-Mexican food traditions hiding in plain sight
Jewish immigrants first arrived in Mexico in the 16th century. Since then, they have made notable contributions to the country's food culture, especially in Mexico City, writes Lydia Carey.
Mexico is fighting a US antidumping tariff on strawberries
The U.S. is looking to punish Mexico for allegedly selling "winter strawberries" at prices so far below market value that U.S. producers cannot hope to compete. A ruling against Mexico could threaten thousands of small businesses and 150,000 jobs.
