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It's been a year since I visited my native Mexico 
The other day my wife scolded me: buddy asked what I missed most; I immediately answered "the food" (right answer: family?)
Life in Medellin is a dream, but its tacos suck
Mexico is on another level. Love Thread to Tacos
The other day my wife scolded me: buddy asked what I missed most; I immediately answered "the food" (right answer: family?)
Life in Medellin is a dream, but its tacos suck
Mexico is on another level. Love Thread to Tacos
1/ I'm not the only one smitten with tacos
World's best chef @ReneRedzepiNoma's famously had his "worldview tremble and reel" after his first bite of an Al-Pastor taco
"It's like when you have good sushi for the first time - I couldn't believe it" https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2014/09/10/style/tmagazine/redzepi-searches-for-the-perfect-taco.html
World's best chef @ReneRedzepiNoma's famously had his "worldview tremble and reel" after his first bite of an Al-Pastor taco
"It's like when you have good sushi for the first time - I couldn't believe it" https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2014/09/10/style/tmagazine/redzepi-searches-for-the-perfect-taco.html
2/ Many ask about my favorite tacos
Easy: Tacos El Frank in Tijuana
Their carne-asada tacos are heavenly, and every bite is nostalgia-infused bliss for me
Unfortunately, TJ trips are few and far between - so I usually settle for Mexico City, home of @LaHausCom Mexico...
Easy: Tacos El Frank in Tijuana
Their carne-asada tacos are heavenly, and every bite is nostalgia-infused bliss for me
Unfortunately, TJ trips are few and far between - so I usually settle for Mexico City, home of @LaHausCom Mexico...
3/ In Mex City, another memory colors my taco preferences:
January 1st 2009. I invited my (then-gf) wife to ring in New Year in
After walking most of Condesa, we were famished. I wanted tacos, but outlets were closed
Only one was opened: @ElCalifaMx
Boy did they DELIVER
January 1st 2009. I invited my (then-gf) wife to ring in New Year in
After walking most of Condesa, we were famished. I wanted tacos, but outlets were closed
Only one was opened: @ElCalifaMx
Boy did they DELIVER
4/ When I talk to Mex City buddies @ChecoRojasCo, @federicoantoni or @MissCMcColgan, they point out the universe of taquerias beyond @ElCalifaMx
Names like Tacos La Onda, El Borrego Viudo, El Turix... but time and time again, three pop up: El Califa, Farolito and Tizoncito.
Names like Tacos La Onda, El Borrego Viudo, El Turix... but time and time again, three pop up: El Califa, Farolito and Tizoncito.
5/ A little over a year, @LaHausCom participated in the @Google Launchpad program put up by @solsona
On the 2nd-to-last day of the intense startup boot camp, many foreigners thought going to a wrestling show was the way to live an "authentic Mexican experience"...
program put up by @solsonaOn the 2nd-to-last day of the intense startup boot camp, many foreigners thought going to a wrestling show was the way to live an "authentic Mexican experience"...
6/ ...I knew better
I decided to exercise my critical thinking, embarking on a walking taste test of the best tacos in Mexico City:
- Tizoncito,
- Farolito, and
- El Califa
I decided to exercise my critical thinking, embarking on a walking taste test of the best tacos in Mexico City:
- Tizoncito,
- Farolito, and
- El Califa
7/ In each spot I:
- Ordered two Al-Pastor tacos
- Asked taquero cutting the al-pastor to suggest beer pairing
- Added the spiciest salsa the taquero recommended
To neutralize the "appetite factor", I walked between each taco spot (at least 30 mins) to "build up hunger"
- Ordered two Al-Pastor tacos
- Asked taquero cutting the al-pastor to suggest beer pairing
- Added the spiciest salsa the taquero recommended
To neutralize the "appetite factor", I walked between each taco spot (at least 30 mins) to "build up hunger"
8/ Before revealing the ranking, I must say all three are SUPERB. You can't go wrong.
Also - I went at 9pm (peak taco time).
This ensures that the Al Pastor is flowing, so meat is fresh (same principle as Irish pubs applies - drink where the Guinness tab never stops flowing)
Also - I went at 9pm (peak taco time).
This ensures that the Al Pastor is flowing, so meat is fresh (same principle as Irish pubs applies - drink where the Guinness tab never stops flowing)
9/ Third place: @farolitooficial
Surprisingly weak for such a local fan favorite
Rubbery tortilla and al-pastor meat seasoning didn't pack as much of a punch
Most expensive of the three, which made the last-place decision even easier
Surprisingly weak for such a local fan favorite
Rubbery tortilla and al-pastor meat seasoning didn't pack as much of a punch
Most expensive of the three, which made the last-place decision even easier
10/ Second place: @ElTizoncito1966
The "creators" of Al-Pastor tacos put out solid offering
Very flavorful meat, and perfect tortilla texture. The Bohemia Oscura is also my go-to for any taco. Stands up to the salsas
Extra points: this was the least expensive of the 3
The "creators" of Al-Pastor tacos put out solid offering
Very flavorful meat, and perfect tortilla texture. The Bohemia Oscura is also my go-to for any taco. Stands up to the salsas
Extra points: this was the least expensive of the 3
11/ First place: @ElCalifaMx
The one and only
The taqueria that won my heart that fateful New Years Day serves the MOST DELICIOUS tacos in Mex City
Perfect proportions and flavors = unique experience
A bit pricey, but less so than Farolito
Worth
every
peso
The one and only
The taqueria that won my heart that fateful New Years Day serves the MOST DELICIOUS tacos in Mex City
Perfect proportions and flavors = unique experience
A bit pricey, but less so than Farolito
Worth
every
peso
12/ What are your favorite taco spots? Put them in the replies!
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