Hidden in the hotel area of the fantastic Polanco, the 20 is what Mexicans sophisticated art deco canteen. During happy hour, the crowd is speaking out loud and listening to a mariachi show. The food is a great surprise. The crispy taco crab comes in cup and is awesome. Here you also find a delicious chile en nogada at any time of year. Mexican food too good. Tequila is everywhere, but you can also try Negra Modelo and Índio, two great locla beers. What … Continue reading
Category Archives: Mexico City
MEX: Jaso or “High-end American food”
One of those places where you eat well and is treated like a king. In Polanco, Jaso serves the American food. Hamburgers, onion wings? Definitely not. Unfortunately I can’t remember food names in Mexico. But as a complimentary service, we had raw fish with some spices (not a ceviche). Then I chose cod with black … Continue reading
MEX: Tianguis Polanco or “Mexican true market”
Mexico City has a good street food reputation, but people are concerned about hygiene. If you really want to try, go to a very busy place. This means food is fresh. Tianguis are street fair in Mexico. They sell from DVDs, spices, beautiful fruits and of course, lots of street tacos, quesadillas, gorditas and more. … Continue reading
MEX: Azul Condesa
After seeing this video of Martha Stewart having dinner at Azul, I took a taxi to Condesa, the hipster neighborhood in town. Azul Condesa is famous for its Mexican food. There was vernissage of photos of Mexican wrestling when I arrived, place was fully packed. I went upstairs, I sat at the balcony and asked for … Continue reading
MEX: Le Mat
We decided to stop in Le Mat because it is a astonishing colonial house in Polanco. At night it’s a packed happy hour but lunch time was quiet. We had a risotto croqueta which tasted good. My fried milanesa was terrible, I could not had more than a bit. Too greasy and meat was rare … Continue reading
MEX: Pujol or “Top 50 of the world”
The Pujol is said to be the best restaurant in Mexico City since it is the best in the city ranked in San Pellegrino Top 50. Today at 36th, you can not deny that it is an impressive restaurant. We are in Mexico City and so, service is impeccable. There is always a waiter by your … Continue reading