Blog 1 CDMX

One of the countries I've always wanted to visit, not just for its geography or tourist attractions, but mainly because of its abundance of delicious food, is Mexico. I especially want to go to its capital, Mexico City, which, being so densely populated, I imagine is the most authentic representation of the country rather than a tourist hotspot like some beaches such as Cancun, Playa del Carmen, or Acapulco.

What really catches my attention is street food, like tacos al pastor, birria tacos, and esquites. Tacos al pastor are filled with meat that's cooked on a vertical spit and sliced on the spot (similar to shawarma) with onions, cilantro, and various sauces (I'm not sure what else they have, I'm not really a taco expert).

Birria tacos have marinated meat, and the tortilla is dipped in the meat's sauce, it just looks really delicious.

Lastly, esquites, by far, are what I crave the most. It's a cup of corn that you can add many toppings to, like cream, grated cheese, cheddar cheese, hot sauces, and even chips like Doritos or Cheetos.

One of the things that scares me about trying street food is the lack of hygiene and the possibility of stomach diseases.

Geographically and as a tourist attraction, I'd like to visit the archaeological complex of Teotihuacán, where the Pirámide del Sol, the largest in the area, is situated. I want to learn why the positions of the pyramids were chosen in relation to the positions of the sun, sunrise, and sunset, and understand the significance of the shapes and legends surrounding the pyramids.