Textures of Mexico Street Food and Art
Cancun / Riviera Maya / Tulum
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Overview
Get off the beaten track and discover different secret spots not found on the typical tourist maps and taste different street food specialties at each stop. From tacos to tamales, this mind-blowing day tour will take you on a journey through Mexico’s gastronomy. Your professional, English-speaking guide will make sure to explain every detail related to the food and beverages you taste, as well as the story behind each spot. He'll also share a bit about the culture, history, street art, and architecture of Downtown Cancun.
- Experience local street food joints you'd never find on your own
- Eat like a local in Mercado 23 – a collection of authentic street food stalls and cantinas
- Skip any lines and relax at reserved tables
- Learn about Mexican cuisine and culture
- Discover street art murals painted by locals and international artists
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off are included
Description
Eat authentic street food in Cancun!
Mexico is a heaven for food junkies who love to try something new and often – but not always - spicy! And there's nothing quite like heading out to your favorite Mexican street food spots; the sights, smells, and sounds are simply irresistible! From tacos to tamales to tortas, you can't resist trying these delicacies. The Cancun Street food ‘menu’ includes the first stop at Mercado 23, where you can walk around the market and then try tasting Mexico City-style “Tamales” and “Atole”. The second stop features the popular “Tacos de Carnitas” accompanied by a traditional local soda called “Jarritos”. Then, you will delight with a typical crunchy Yucatecan “Panucho" topped with “Cochinita Pibil” another family-owned shop. The fourth stop is the slow-cooked lamb with Mexican seasonings "Barbacoa" taco. There is nothing better than something fresh and light to drink with your food, you can try seasonal fruit juices from local vendors. They are made from different types of fruits mixed in with water and are fresh-squeezed on-site. They are crazy refreshing on a hot day!
A culinary experience
This ‘foodie’ adventure is a great opportunity to get an insider's look at traditional Mexican cooking techniques. You will learn about the artisanal process of real maize-based tortillas. Tortillas can be used to hold a variety of fillings, once you have warm fresh tortillas handy, it's time to add a punch of flavor to your taco–salsas! Learn the secret ingredients for the most popular Mexican salsas and ensure you'll enjoy every single bite you take. Plus, you can bring home some of these recipes and show them off to your friends.
Time for something sweet
Mexican paletas are fresh fruit ice pops made with fruit, sugar, and either water or cream. You will indulge your sweet tooth with some delicious, authentic Mexican ice cream and popsicles at La Michoacana, one of the most popular ice cream parlors found all over Mexico. The varieties of paletas are expansive. Sure, you can snag a standard strawberry or watermelon paleta, but they also come in flavors like tamarind, spicy pineapple, passion fruit, coconut, hibiscus raspberry, and creamy ones like cajeta. Each flavor is super refreshing. Plus, thanks to the color variety, they are aesthetically pleasing to boot. Mexican Street Art in Cancun
Cancun is more than just pristine turquoise waters and wide, white-sand beaches. An ambitious urban art project is giving visitors a new way to look at the local sightseeing. We are talking about colorful, large-scale public murals created by renowned Mexican and international street artists. Don't miss the opportunity to walk around and appreciate street art.
Enjoy and buen provecho!
Mexico is a heaven for food junkies who love to try something new and often – but not always - spicy! And there's nothing quite like heading out to your favorite Mexican street food spots; the sights, smells, and sounds are simply irresistible! From tacos to tamales to tortas, you can't resist trying these delicacies. The Cancun Street food ‘menu’ includes the first stop at Mercado 23, where you can walk around the market and then try tasting Mexico City-style “Tamales” and “Atole”. The second stop features the popular “Tacos de Carnitas” accompanied by a traditional local soda called “Jarritos”. Then, you will delight with a typical crunchy Yucatecan “Panucho" topped with “Cochinita Pibil” another family-owned shop. The fourth stop is the slow-cooked lamb with Mexican seasonings "Barbacoa" taco. There is nothing better than something fresh and light to drink with your food, you can try seasonal fruit juices from local vendors. They are made from different types of fruits mixed in with water and are fresh-squeezed on-site. They are crazy refreshing on a hot day!
A culinary experience
This ‘foodie’ adventure is a great opportunity to get an insider's look at traditional Mexican cooking techniques. You will learn about the artisanal process of real maize-based tortillas. Tortillas can be used to hold a variety of fillings, once you have warm fresh tortillas handy, it's time to add a punch of flavor to your taco–salsas! Learn the secret ingredients for the most popular Mexican salsas and ensure you'll enjoy every single bite you take. Plus, you can bring home some of these recipes and show them off to your friends.
Time for something sweet
Mexican paletas are fresh fruit ice pops made with fruit, sugar, and either water or cream. You will indulge your sweet tooth with some delicious, authentic Mexican ice cream and popsicles at La Michoacana, one of the most popular ice cream parlors found all over Mexico. The varieties of paletas are expansive. Sure, you can snag a standard strawberry or watermelon paleta, but they also come in flavors like tamarind, spicy pineapple, passion fruit, coconut, hibiscus raspberry, and creamy ones like cajeta. Each flavor is super refreshing. Plus, thanks to the color variety, they are aesthetically pleasing to boot. Mexican Street Art in Cancun
Included In The Excursion
- Round-trip, air-conditioned transportation
- Professional English-speaking local guide
- 5 gastronomic treasures in Downtown Cancun plus a visit to ‘Murals for Urban Art sightseeing’
- Fresh fruit water and bottled water
- Tips for the restaurants
Practical Information
- Wear comfortable clothing
- Bring cash for souvenirs, additional food & beverage, and tips (tipping is optional)
- Vegetarian/Vegan options are available when requested in advance
- Dietary/allergy restrictions need to be provided at the time of booking so we can tell you which food(s) to avoid during the tour.
- Please note that our partner will be providing transportation in their vehicle so that you can enjoy this exciting excursion.
- Not wheelchair accessible
Good To Know
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Tour Language: English / Spanish / French under previous request
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Tour Location(s): Cancun
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Season: All year long
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Duration: 3.5 hr
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Minumum Age Requirement: 5 years old
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Hotel Pick-up Available: Yes
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Good Physical Condition Required: No
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Suitable For Children : Yes
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Suitable For Elderly: Yes
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Pregnant Woman Allowed: Yes
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