The magazine Food & Wine published the list of the top 12 best food and drinks markets globally (12 Top Markets for Food and Drinks, According to the Experts). Mercado de La Merced is ranked number four in the top. Also, locations in Spain, Rome and Tokyo were added.
According to the magazine, this list was curated by travel and gastronomy experts; the result was 12 food and beverage markets worth visiting when you visit a city.
In addition, it states that the markets are the key point to learn more about a region and its gastronomy. The Mercado de La Merced is not missing on the list! In fact, it is announced that:
La Merced is a place where the soul of Mexican cuisine is preserved and celebrated
Particular mention is made of two locations: the 📍 Location taqueria Cinco Hermanos and El Pollo where quesadillas are sold.
This list is part of Food & Wine’s Global Tastemakers, in its second edition of the year. This work also recognized markets in Spain, Japan, London and even Argentina. Here is the list:
🍽️La Boqueria in Barcelona
🍽️Tsukiji Outer Market in Tokyo
🍽️Borough Market in England
🍽️La Merced in Mexico City
🍽️Nishiki Market in Kyoto
🍽️English Market in Cork
🍽️Jemaa El Fna in Morocco
🍽️Marché des Enfants Rouges in Paris
🍽️Lau Pa Sat in Singapore
🍽️Campo de’ Fiori in Rome
🍽️Kowloon City Wet Market in China
🍽️San Telmo Market in Buenos Aires
So now you know, if you are looking for a place for eat well in Mexico City la Merced Market is an option guaranteed by experts and lovers of good gastronomy. Remember that this site is located in the Venustiano Carranza district.