Mexican frozen treats: Helados, nieves and paletas
The long, nasal cry of the ice cream vendor reverberates throughout the mercado. On a busy market day, he has some serious competition from people hawking other wares, but he trundles along with his hu...
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September in the Mexican sierra: an abundance of apples
During the late summer and early fall here in Central Mexico, apples are prominent in markets, fairs, and even religious rituals. Starting in late August with the Feria de Manzanas (Apple Fair) in Zacatlan de las Manzanas in the Sierra of Puebla, apples are eaten fresh, preserved as jellies, jams and fruit liqueurs, and used in a number of desserts, chicken and pork dishes.
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Culinary travel in the Mixteca Poblana: The avocado route
For generations, the people of the Mixteca Poblana have been creating a regional cuisine out of what seems to be nothing.
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Chilaquiles rojos resurrect revelers and leftover tortillas
Chilaquiles offer a hearty and renewing experience after a few too many tequilas, and are delicious anytime. You can make the dish as mild or piquant as you wish.
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