Gastronomy
29 postsMezcal Tasting Guide: Agave Types & How to Drink It
Learn how to taste mezcal like a Oaxacan: agave varieties from Espadin to Tobala, proper sipping technique, palenque visits, and what to buy.
Nieve de Garrafa: Oaxaca's Handmade Artisan Ice Cream
Discover nieve de garrafa, Oaxaca's hand-churned artisan ice cream. Learn about its unique process, exotic flavors like leche quemada and mezcal, and the best places to try it.
Oaxacan Chocolate: History, Best Brands & Where to Buy
Discover Oaxacan chocolate: the history of cacao, top brands like Mayordomo and La Soledad, how it is prepared with a molinillo, and where to buy it.
Oaxaca Food Itinerary: A 5-Day Culinary Route for Foodies
A day-by-day 5-day food itinerary for Oaxaca covering markets, street food, mole, mezcal, cooking classes, and the best restaurants. Prices, times, and tips included.
Oaxaca Cheese (Quesillo): Complete Guide to Mexico's String Cheese
Discover quesillo, Oaxaca's iconic string cheese. Learn its accidental origin, how it is made by hand, where to buy the best, and how to eat it like a local.
Pan de Yema: Oaxaca's Traditional Egg Bread & Best Bakeries
Discover pan de yema, Oaxaca's beloved egg bread enriched with yolks and butter. History, varieties, best bakeries, and its role in Day of the Dead celebrations.
Pluma Hidalgo Coffee: The Origin of Oaxaca's Best Coffee
Travel to Pluma Hidalgo, the mountain town that produces Oaxaca's finest coffee. Learn about its history, the farmers, how to visit, and where to taste it.
Tasajo, Cecina & Chorizo: Traditional Meats of Oaxaca
Discover tasajo, cecina, and chorizo -- the three traditional meats of Oaxaca. Learn how they are prepared, where to eat them, and why they define Oaxacan grilling.
Tlayudas: The Definitive Guide to Oaxaca's Giant Crispy Tortilla
Everything about tlayudas: Oaxaca's giant crispy tortilla with quesillo, beans, and meats. History, how they are made, best places to eat them, and prices.
Where to Eat in Oaxaca: Best Restaurants & Fondas Guide
Where to eat in Oaxaca: fine dining restaurants, traditional fondas, markets, and street food. Guide organized by neighborhood and budget, fully updated.
Oaxacan Food Guide: 15 Dishes You Must Try
The best traditional Oaxacan food: 15 must-try dishes including mole negro, tlayudas, chapulines, tamales, mezcal, tejate, chocolate, and more.
Oaxaca Street Food: 12 Dishes You Must Try
The 12 best street foods in Oaxaca with prices and where to find them: tlayudas, memelas, tamales, chapulines, tejate, molotes, nieves, and more.
7 Moles of Oaxaca: Complete Guide to Each Variety
Discover the 7 iconic moles of Oaxaca from rich mole negro to tangy mole amarillo. Learn ingredients, history, and where to taste each variety.
Oaxacan Chiles: Secret Ingredient of the Cuisine
Explore the chiles that define Oaxacan cuisine, from smoky pasilla mixe to rare chilhuacle negro. Learn how each variety shapes moles and salsas.
Oaxacan Champurrado: Hot Chocolate & Spices
Discover Oaxacan champurrado, the traditional hot chocolate and spice drink. Learn its history, recipe with corn masa and cacao, and where to try it.
Chapulines: Oaxaca's Surprising Culinary Delight
Chapulines are an ancestral delicacy from Oaxacan cuisine surprising the world. Discover their history, preparation, cultural significance, and where to try them.
Oaxacan Sweets: Dulce de Leche & Jamoncillo
Discover Oaxaca's traditional dulce de leche (jamoncillo), a beloved candy made with milk and sugar. Learn its history, recipe, and where to find it.
Mezcal in Oaxaca: Complete Guide to Agave Spirit
Everything about Oaxacan mezcal: its ancient history, artisanal production in palenques, agave types, tasting tips, and where to experience it in Oaxaca.
Oaxacan Tamales: Banana Leaf Wrapped Recipe
Discover Oaxacan tamales wrapped in banana leaves. Learn their pre-Hispanic history, step-by-step recipe with mole filling, and cooking tips.
Chapulines in Oaxaca: Recipes, History & Guide
Everything about chapulines in Oaxaca: where to try them, how they taste, traditional recipes like tacos and tlayudas, plus nutritional benefits and tips for first-timers.
Hidden Flavors of Oaxaca: Beyond Mole & Tamales
Go beyond mole and tamales to discover Oaxaca’s hidden dishes: chapulines, tejate, stuffed chilies, and the vibrant markets where you can try them.
Tlayudas: Oaxaca's Iconic Giant Tortilla Guide
Everything about tlayudas: Oaxaca's crispy oversized tortilla, traditional toppings, where to eat them, nutritional value, and UNESCO heritage status.
Oaxacan Chocolate: History, Types and Myths
Discover Oaxacan chocolate: its pre-Hispanic origins, Quetzalcoatl myths, artisan preparation with cacao and cinnamon, and traditional cacao drinks.
Chapulines: Oaxaca's Exotic Ancestral Food
Discover chapulines, Oaxaca's crunchy grasshopper delicacy. Learn what they are, how they are prepared, and why this ancestral food remains popular.
Oaxaca's Mole: History, Recipe & Flavors
Savor the seven moles of Oaxaca, from the famous black mole to red and green varieties. Explore the history, ingredients, and recipe of this iconic dish.
Oaxaca Cheese: From Happy Accident to Tradition
Learn the origin story of Oaxaca cheese (quesillo), born from a happy accident in Reyes Etla. Discover how it is made, why it matters, and how to enjoy it.
Top 6 Markets in Oaxaca You Must Visit
Explore the top 6 markets in Oaxaca, from Benito Juarez and 20 de Noviembre to Tlacolula Sunday market. Local food, crafts, and prices.
Oaxaca Food: 7 Must-Try Traditional Dishes
Discover the 7 essential dishes of Oaxacan gastronomy, from tlayudas and mole to chapulines. A food lover’s guide to Mexico’s culinary capital.
Oaxaca Gastronomy: Why the Food Is So Special
Discover why Oaxacan cuisine is a UNESCO-recognized treasure. Explore the cultural diversity, ancestral ingredients, and traditions behind Oaxaca's world-class food.