“As a regular diner at the nearby taquerías, my partner constantly asks me to join him for tacos. More than once, we have witnessed foreign customers asking the taquero if the place offers spiceless salsa. Especially in the Condesa and Roma area: “No picante,” they plead with heavy accents. Some play it safe, and just order a side of guacamole. “
Andrea Fischer, Writer
Obviously it’s delicious and fun, but is there another reason why you should be ordering ‘picante’?
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These might technically count as “tastes” of Mexico, but either way, they’re an essential part of the flavor that you know and love.
