10 things I love about Mexico City
The bustling rush of Mexico City is one of constant movement, traffic and people always on the go. The colourful sights and smells of street food and the noise of the traffic and street music can be an assault on the senses, but it’s also enchanting and magical. However, there’s one thing everyone in Mexico pauses for – eating. Most corners of the city have up to three street-food stalls, selling everything from fresh fruit covered in chilli to Mexico’s staple, tacos, served with countless fillings. Restaurants range from a simple ‘fonda’ where you can eat the meal of the day for as little as £3, to restaurants where you’re treated like royalty – no request is too big or small. In Mexico, there’s no such term as ‘foodie’ because everyone, whatever their background, is obsessed with food.
Breakfast is an integral part of the day. You can stop at a street vendor’s stall for atole
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