Culinary Mexico

One of the best parts of Mexico – its food. Devour top-notch tacos, authentic mole and decadent seafood, inspiring cookery classes and everything from critically acclaimed fine-dining restaurants to mouth-watering street food joints. This is the ultimate Mexico itinerary for foodies. Get under the skin of these top culinary destinations, exploring Mexico City, along with the authentic colonial cities of Puebla and Oaxaca, a very fun itinerary with delicious food found at every turn.

1. Fly to Mexico City

2. Days 1-4: Mexico City

   Mexico City, home to some of the world's top restaurants and mouth-watering street food venues. Fresh seafood gets shipped in from Veracruz and there is no shortage of other delights, from tacos in all manner of flavours to natural sweets. Stay for 3 nights in the upmarket neighbourhood of Polanco, at boutique Las Alcobas which boasts a critically acclaimed restaurant by chef Martha Ortiz, as well as a top concierge service who can recommend other incredible restaurants in the area. During your stay, embark on a guided taco tour to sample some of the city's best. Or take to the skies and discover the vineyards of San Miguel de Allende by helicopter, which are recognised for their world-class wines.

   Accommodation: Las Alcobas (3 nights)

3. Days 4-7: Puebla

   Next head to the colonial town of Puebla, known for its variety of cuisine and delicious mole Poblano, a rich and delectable sauce which regularly accompanies meat or poultry dishes across the country.  Puebla has a spectacular backdrop of volcanoes and enough churches for every day of the year. As well as being famed for its impressive baroque architecture and hand painted talavera pottery.  Spend some time at the hotel Meson Sacristia de la Compania which boasts its own cookery school and is the perfect place to get to know some of Mexico's most iconic dishes. Explore the city and eat your way around its many charming pavement cafés and gourmet restaurants.

   Accommodation: Hotel Cartesiano (3 nights)

4. Days 7-10: Oaxaca City

   Your last stop is arguably the foodie capital of Mexico, Oaxaca - home of mezcal, chapulines (grasshoppers) and even more mole varieties than you can possibly imagine. Chilli also features heavily. Stay at boutique hotel Casa Oaxaca which is home to one of the city's best restaurants and a must for dining out during your stay. Be sure to visit the local markets for an incredible selection of breakfasts and fascinating ingredients to bring back and create your own dishes. Spend your days taking part in cookery classes if you wish, or alternatively stick to sampling the cuisine or pay a visit to a mezcal distillery or two.  Explore the ancient Zapotec city, Monet Alban, with your own private guide, one of the greatest monuments of the continent.

   This is the perfect itinerary for foodie visitors to Mexico, however it's also possible to add on time in San Miguel de Allende where you can visit some of Mexico's top vineyards or even Tequila, home of Mexico's signature spirit.  

   Accommodation: Casa Oaxaca (3 nights)

5. Fly home via Mexico City

• Mexico City Cookery Class & Market Experience

  Savour mouthwatering treats on this culinary & cultural experience, taking in the markets of the artistic Zona Roma district and learning the tricks to creating authentic and delicious Mexican dishes. Sample fine mezcals, fresh tortillas and local spices.

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• Mexico City's historic centre

  With a rich and diverse history, Mexico City's centre offers a perfect introduction to the empires of the Aztecs and the Mayans as you explore the vibrant Zocalo and its surrounding palaces, museums and cathedrals.

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• Oaxaca Cookery Classes

  Learn the secrets of one of Mexico's top chefs, and take a cookery class while staying at Casa Oaxaca. Chef Alejandro Ruiz will take you through the incredible variety of Oaxacan cuisine, and you can make your course as intensive as you choose.

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• Oaxaca Half Day City Tour

  Explore the charms of Oaxaca on foot with your very own private guide. Oaxaca is famous for its vibrantly coloured buildings, rich cultural attractions, culinary delights, colonial relics, churches and bustling Indian markets - a delight for the senses!

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Mexico City, Puebla & Oaxaca