MND_FOOD & DRINK
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.
GreenLight will invest US $100M to produce first-of-its-kind RNA biofungicide in...
The enterprise, founded by Mexican scientist Andrey Zarur, will not only provide Mexico with a more environmentally friendly method of pest control, but will also contribute to an emerging Mexican biotechnology industry.
CDMX declares pan dulce a piece of Intangible Cultural Heritage
From conchas to orejas, sweet bread has long been a fixture of Mexican mornings and family gatherings — recently motivating an internet campaign defending its greatness in response to foreign haters.
Mexico in Numbers: Mexico’s biodiversity and honey production
Mexico is one of the world's top 10 exporters of honey, sourced from nearly 2,000 species of native bees that are also crucially important for pollination, writes Katy Alivraz.
How Múcara became one of Mexico’s best restaurants
Xalapa, Veracruz isn't known as a capital of Mexican cuisine, but the city has produced one of the country's best restaurants: Múcara, helmed by talented chef Lesterloon Sánchez Trinidad.
Beyond mezcal and tequila: 5 traditional drinks with pre-Columbian roots
Even those who grew up in Mexico may not have tried these regional beverages, and it's almost certain that no foreigner has ever heard of them, writes Gaby Solís.
Most avocado exports to the US have resumed after last week’s suspension
Some of the details of the "threat to U.S. interests" that caused the unilateral suspension have emerged, including intimidation towards U.S. inspectors and a general increase in extortion in Michoacán's avocado-producing belt.
Taylor Farms recalls its Mexico-sourced jalapeños, cuts ties with Sinaloa supplier over salmonella scare
The voluntary recall of jalapeños and prepared foods containing them — all sourced in Mexico — comes just weeks after the same company removed iceberg lettuce from the market due to cyclosporiasis.
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."
