A Taste Of Authentic Mexico- Vibrant Culture And Cuisine

Increasingly, ordinary travelers expect extraordinary experiences while vacationing, and why not? Millenials are reaching the age to dive head first into international waters and make a splash on the global travel scene. Jacada Travel, a new-age, maverick tour operator has designed their travel experiences to cater to these needs. Through partnership with translators and local guides, they provide authentic experiences and bespoke tours to craft the perfect itinerary for each individual they send across the globe to Latin America, South East Asia, Africa and/or Antarctica.

Recently, they partnered with Top-chef Enrique Olvera of Mexico City's world renowned restaurant Pujol. Pujol was recently named number three in Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants San Pellegrino awards 2014, and number 17 in the World's Best. Keeping this in mind, Jacada did what they do best and made the connection with Olvera to provide travelers with his tips on how to experience the best of Mexico and all of the enticing foods it has to offer.

Dishes Mexico is known for include burritos and ceviche, and not to be forgotten the national dish of Mole; a savoury chocolate and chilli sauce. Chef Olvera  recommends a trip to Oaxaca, as the country is huge, and therefore full of varied flavors and expressions of cuisine. While in Oaxaca two places to induge include: Itanoní with its promotion of Mexico's culinary diversity and heritage as well as Casa Oaxaca. Casa Oaxaca is a boutique hotel who serves healthy, locally-sourced foods in a charming courtyard.

Speaking of locally sourced, if you're visiting his home base of Mexico City, Chef Olvera reccomends visiting Nicos with friends for a taste of top quality local produce and traditional Mexican recipes. Then explore like a local, wandering the San Rafael neighborhood, where his grandfathertook him to San Cosme market as a child. The food scene in that neighborhood is growing, as is the trend for food-truck dining in the nation's bustling capital. 

Don't take it from us, or chef Olvera. Head over to http://www.jacadatravel.com/ and start planning your own trip to Mexico to discover this food capital in all of its glory!