So… What did you eat in Mexico City?

My friends know I’m always on the lookout for great food, so one of their first questions when I return from a trip is “What did you eat?” Here are some highlights from my recent Mexico City trip.

Chiles en Nogada – Cafe Tacuba, Centro

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Hotcakes – Sobrinos, Colonia Roma

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Pozole – Casa de Toño, Zona Rosa

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Tacos al Pastor “Especial” – El Huequito, Centro

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Grilled Octopus – Los Danzantes, Coyoacán

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Fideo Seco – Bowie, Colonia Roma

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Barbacoa – El Hidalguense, Colomia Roma

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Birria Jalisqueña – Tacos Frontera, Colonia Roma

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Pozole – El Parián. Los Angeles

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It was the best pozole I’ve ever had. Generous pieces of stewed meat and chewy hominy in a rich broth. Served with a plate of chopped cabbage, onions, radishes, tomatoes and cilantro, and a dish of dried oregano and crushed peppers… A dash of tapatío and some warm, hand-made tortillas, and I was a happy guy.