Sampling tasty Mexican food is an important and enjoyable part of any Mexico vacation. And if you’re planning to travel to Mexico in August or September, there’s a very special season dish that you should try: chiles en nogada. Many Mexican dishes have interesting stories behind them, and this colorful and delicious culinary creation has…
Tag: Mexico City tours
Madero Street: Mexico City’s Showplace for Live Talent
Face Time: Few streets in Mexico City showcase more street performers than Calle Madero. BY MARK CHESNUT Even as it continues to grow, Mexico City has made impressive strides in cleaning up, getting more eco-friendly and also more navigable for pedestrians. One street in the historic city center, Calle Madero, has — since being converted to…
Mexico’s Newest Museum, on a Grand Scale
The Museo Soumaya is more than just Mexico City’s latest tribute to the arts — it’s also an iconic architectural statement. Considering that Carlos Slim Helú is the world’s richest man, it’s not surprising that when he decided to create a new museum, he did it on a grand scale. This month marks the debut…