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How US immigrants have shaped culinary culture in Mexico City
Immigration has always flowed both ways across the over 3,000 kilometer border between the U.S. and Mexico, writes Lydia Carey, with impacts that affect everything from gentrification to the Mexico City food scene.
Mexico’s avocado exports to the US shot up 35% during Q1
In March alone, Mexico sent 148,511 tonnes of avocados to the United States, up 57% compared to the same period last year.
UNAM researchers probe methods to turn food waste into nutritious beer
Mexico is already the world's top beer exporter, and if the UNAM project is successful, it will have a new product to sell abroad: beer enhanced with fruit flavors and nutrition.
Mexico eyes tariff retaliation to level playing field for tequila exports
Mexico will introduce stricter trade tariff measures for imported alcohols to encourage other countries to reduce tariffs on Mexican tequila, Mexico’s Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard announced during National Tequila Day celebrations on Friday.
Is iceberg lettuce from Mexico safe to eat?
With news of an "explosive diarrhea" outbreak mounting, you might be wondering just how safe it is to buy iceberg lettuce in Mexico right now. Here's what you should know.
The best traditional mercados to explore in Mexico City this summer
Mexico City is home to some of the world's best and most interesting mercados, selling virtually anything imaginable, from fresh fruit to antique books and death metal T-shirts.
Is Chipotle opening in Mexico a good or bad thing for the country? An MND debate
MND's Travis Bembenek and María Meléndez debate whether Chipotle's grand opening in Monterrey tomorrow is a game-changer or a game-ender. What do you think?
The best ice cream shops in Mexico City to enjoy this summer
Nothing tempts the taste buds of capitalinos during summertime in Mexico City quite like ice cream. Here's a look at the city's signature stops for "helados" and "nieves."
Rancho Tehuan: How one man rewilded a ruined ranch into Mexico’s most unlikely culinary destination
Besides providing Mexico City chefs with the best available ingredients, Pierre Koboloff is also building one of Mexico's best culinary destinations behind an unmarked gate in Morelos.
Where can you find a taste of Colombia in Mexico City?
The number of Colombian immigrants to Mexico has increased noticeably in recent years, leading to a host of new restaurants and flavors, especially in Mexico City.
Why is Mexican candy both sweet and spicy? The answer might surprise you
Mexican candies are instantly recognizable, thanks to their entrancing blend of both sweetness and spice. But while chiles and chocolate are native items, the iconic flavor found in many sweets, chamoy, originated in Asia.
Going to the World Cup in Mexico City? Here’s where to eat and drink
Mexico City is famed for its wealth of drinking and dining options, but for those visiting for the World Cup, there are a few signature stops that simply must be experienced.
In town for the World Cup?: Why you should eat spicy salsa while you’re here
There's a reason why chile peppers are found in virtually every Mexican dish, and why every visitor to the country should experience their spicy flavors: they're literally a gift from the gods.
Roma Norte’s Panadería Rosetta wins a coveted Paris-based pastry award
Owned by the same chef as the Michelin-starred Rosetta restaurant down the street, the bakery version of Rosetta is the only Mexican bakery on the 2026 Pastry Special Awards list.
Where to get your fill of mezcal in Mexico City during the World Cup
If you're in the capital during this World Cup season, why not take the chance to experience a drop of Mexico's most sacred spirit?
Yucatán Peninsula states create habanero council to protect the famous pepper
The council will be responsible for guaranteeing the traceability, certification and quality of habanero, as well as promoting it in national and international markets.
