Three important celebrations and cultural events you must experience when you travel to Mexico
We believe that one of the most incredible things about being Mexican is that we have so many celebrations a year. We just can’t get enough of the party. Important celebrations represent a legacy from our ancestors and an opportunity to spend time with the people close to us. If you are a person who is still not familiar with our culture, we think you will want to travel to Mexico during these dates to experience the majesty of our celebrations: Day of the Dead – November 1 & 2 Very few people have not heard of our famous Day of the Dead. This date is perhaps the one that draws the most attention from travelers because it is a solemn time of year, but with traditions throughout the country. The influence of the Aztec empire can still be felt in different Mexican festivities and traditions, and their respect and love for those who have passed away created the modern Day of the Dead tradition. We believe the dead remain among us, with the city adorned in marigolds, altars, photos, candles, and offerings. Paseo de la Reforma bursts with life during the spectacular Day of the Dead parade, a must-see in Mexico City. La Guelaguetza – Mid July. The Guelaguetza is a Important celebrations that takes place in the city of Oaxaca that began as a ritual performed for the gods in pre-Hispanic times. At dawn on the first Day of the Guelaguetza, the chirimiteros (music bands) play the mañanitas in various temples of Oaxaca. The local people take it as a signal to go to the emblematic Cerro del Fortin, where the whole celebration occurs. Nowadays, it is a celebration that lasts for days, with plenty of food and drinks and activities for all ages. Las Posadas – Mid to late December Spending Christmas in another country is lovely, especially if it is like in Mexico where, in addition to the traditional dinner, we enjoy previous celebrations such as the posadas. The posadas are a series of festivities that have been held in Mexico since colonial times. The Posadas represent the pilgrimage of Joseph and Mary on their way to Bethlehem. Rooted in religion, the festivities offer guava punch, traditional piñatas, and romeritos for a delightful celebration.
How many museums are there in Mexico City?
Mexico City is one of the cities with the most museums in the world. We are second only to London, according to the Local Tourism Secretariat. Fundamental pieces of our history are preserved here for society, whether it is the legacy of the conquests or what we keep from our ancestors. Our museums are not limited to natural history or classical paintings, which distinguishes us from the rest of the world. We have curiosities such as the Antique Toy Museum, the Museum of Light, and even the Perfume Museum. Every corner of Mexican streets holds a secret, but exactly how many museums are there? There are a total of 170 museums and 43 galleries in the capital. Creativity and legacy are strongly present in painting, sculpture, drawing, lithographs, engraving, object art, ceramics, talavera, antique furniture, and textiles. In fact, every weekend, there is something new to do, thanks to a cultural heritage that surprises any visitor. These «temples of knowledge» are perfect for visiting on the weekend: Sundays are the days when most of these museums do not charge admission. The best thing is that these museums are supported by various institutions such as the Federal Government or non-governmental associations such as Grupo Carso. The most famous museum is the Soumaya, located in Polanco. And which one is the best of them all? The truth is that we cannot choose; however, we have some recommendations if it is your first time in Mexico City: the National Museum of History, Chapultepec Castle, the National Museum of Anthropology, the ruins of the Templo Mayor, the Museum of the Palacio de Bellas Artes, the Museum of Modern Art and the National Museum of Art. The experience will be truly unforgettable in each one, mainly because of the great interest that we Mexicans show to those who seek to know and learn more. What about you, do you have a favorite museum?
Are you going out with friends? These are our top picks for some fun!
There is nothing like a night full of laughter and fun with your girlfriends to get rid of unnecessary problems. There’s something magical about that female company! It is a great experience, and it allows us to get it out of our system and, at the same time, have the best experience. That is why we came up with this list of our favorite spots for an unforgettable night out, especially if all the guests are women. Get ready for our top picks for a girl’s night out! Belfiore – Polanco This restaurant is an elegant Trattoria with a relaxed atmosphere that will captivate you with its exquisite pastas. The tables have white tablecloths, a great contrast that makes you feel in Italy and ideal for a glamorous dinner. We recommend ordering their white wine and margherita pizza. It is located in Polanco, on Masaryk Avenue. La Puerta de Alcalá – Polanco La Puerta de Alcalá has become the favorite bar for many women in the last few years. It is a place to enjoy musical hits from the seventies, eighties, and nineties. Good old times provide this place with a great atmosphere, with its karaoke and live music. Perfect for a girls’ night out. Botellón – Condesa Another of our favorite places is located on Tamaulipas Street. Botellón has been, for several years, a popular meeting point for friends, as its ambiance and music are perfect for an alternative night out. It has three floors, but we recommend the top terrace for a panoramic view of the Condesa. By the way, we suggest you make reservations in advance, as the place tends to fill up. Panadería Rosetta – La Roma If you are among those who prefer a relaxed afternoon, you will find Rosetta to be the ideal place for you. The bakery has the best guava roles we have ever tasted, plus their coffee is exceptional. The restaurant is small, but it has a pleasant atmosphere and soft music so you can chat with your friends. It is located on Colima Street, in Roma Norte. Deigo & Kaito – Del Valle Finally, we want you to get out of your comfort zone and try the best Japanese restaurant in Mexico City. Deigo & Kaito is an elegant place full of exotic flavors, but it also offers fresh traditional drinks and a day full of new emotions. The place is perfect for an afternoon of catching up with your friends, plus it has an excellent atmosphere in which you will learn more about Japanese culture. The restaurant is located on Pestalozzi Street, Col. Del Valle.
A perfect plan for enjoying a fun afternoon in the CDMX as a child
The experiences we have with child close to us remind us of how great childhood was. We know that the years have become slightly more complicated. However, we have the advantage of being able to decide how much our environment affects us. Sometimes we just need to take a break and find the little moments that fill us with energy. Bringing Children’s Day as a reference, we at FlowSuites want to provide you with a couple of suggestions to go out and enjoy what the city has to offer, with the hope of making you remember your childhood. To start with a rush of fun We have an extremely tempting proposal. How long has it been since you’ve been to an amusement park? Surely, many of your dates as a teenager happened at places like Six Flags. And lest you had no idea, this park has reopened its doors with all the sanitary measures, which means you don’t have to worry. Six Flags offers an excellent opportunity to feel the adrenaline again and eat something delicious outdoors. If you are more of an introvert and prefer to be in the company of just a couple of friends, we offer an entirely different experience. Do you know what an escape room is? Escape rooms are interactive rooms where you must solve a mystery to open the room. We suggest you try the ones at Enigma Room, located in the Roma neighborhood. There are all kinds of themes: Jurassic, medieval, space, and even horror. The idea is that you go with a group of friends and solve the clues to get out in time. It is an excellent game for adults and youngsters. Another cultural attraction that we love is the city’s Chinatown. The restaurants, colors, and outdoor activities will surely entertain you. The stores are full of accessories inspired by Asian culture, and there are even cute desserts in the shape of animals and cartoon characters. We encourage you to go out and experience other customs besides our own. Finally, we believe that this activity will be perfect for you to enjoy in company with others If you want to feel like a kid again, we suggest you visit the adult section of Kidzania. This place is known as «the city of children» and has all kinds of activities such as theater, pizza cooking or a dance floor. However, they also offer an «adult night,» where you and your companions can go and have fun while doing the same activities. Dare to do something new and enjoy all that this didactic world has to offer.
¡Explore the city! Enjoy the best weather the city has to offer, aboard Capital Bus
Little by little, life is coming back to life outdoors, which is why we would like to share with you the best option to do it safely. Capital Bus offers several circuits for exploring the city with all the hygiene and safety measures. Besides, you can find a stop near every FlowSuites hotel.By booking with us, you can purchase any of the following options at a special price. City Tour Bracelet all day Hop on/Hop offValid for 24 hours. Offers four established routes and stops. This bracelet can give you access to all four of the circuits ,and you can get on and off at any of the established stops. Downtown-Polanco Circuit This circuit provides a panoramic view of the Zocalo. You will drive along Paseo de la Reforma Avenue and admire our Angel of Independence and La Diana Cazadora, as well as the majestic buildings. We will visit part of the Condesa, Roma and Polanco neighborhoods, where you can find the Soumaya museum, all on the same circuit. Reforma-Santa Fe Circuit Visit the main commercial and business areas of Mexico City. Travel from the Angel of Independence to Santa Fe, where you will find the largest shopping mall in Latin America (Centro Comercial Santa Fe), which has several stores, movie theaters, an ice rink, restaurants and more. Included in this circuit is a visit to Los Pinos, which was home to 14 presidents and has been a cultural site since December 1, 2018, welcoming all those who wish to tour its walkways and art galleries, and enjoy its architecture and cultural events. (Access to this venue may be restricted because of the pandemic). Temples Circuit Visit Garibaldi, the Tequila Mezcal Museum, and the main temples around Mexico City, such as the Basilica of Guadalupe and the San Judas Tadeo Church. Downtown-South Circuit Visit the magical neighborhood of Coyoacan and walk through its streets full of mysticism, where you will find the Blue House where the famous Mexican artist Frida Kahlo lived. Don’t forget to visit the churrerias and cafes that characterize this place. * FlowSuites Condesa is a Capital Bus stop. Capital Bus Ticket (Top Tour) One way non-stop, only one route can be chosen.We recommend this option if you wish to tour only one circuit. These are tours of a fixed duration where you will have the opportunity to tour the city following the rules of safe social distancing in sanitized buses. Only certain stops allow people to get off for a few moments to take pictures. The routes to choose from are: Downtown-Polanco Neighborhood In this tour you will visit the Soumaya Museum, one of the most representative architectural sites of the city, and the Cibeles fountain. You will have 30 minutes in each of these attractions, to get off, explore and capture your experiences. Departures from the Zocalo in the following schedule: 9:15hrs, 12:35hrs y 15:50hrs.Departures subject to minimum number of passengers: 14:25hrs and 19:00hrs*. *Last departure without stops. Downtown-South (Coyoacan) The tour starts at the Zócalo and continues to Coyoacán, where you will have 30 minutes to walk around the town center. The next stop will be San Angel, where you will have 20 minutes to take a short pedestrian tour. Finally, you will arrive at the Cibeles fountain. Departures from the Zocalo in the following schedule: 9:45hrs, 13:00hrs y 16:00hrs.*Last departure 19:00hrs without stops. Downtown-Basilica de Guadalupe (Only available on Saturdays and Sundays) You will start the tour at the Zócalo where you will be taken directly to the Basilica of Guadalupe, the sanctuary that houses the mantle with the impregnated image of the Virgin of Guadalupe. You will have one hour at this location and then return to our stop at the Zócalo. Departures from the Zocalo in the following schedule: 9:00hrs, 12:00hrs y 15:00hrs. Only available on Saturdays and Sundays. * All Top Tour routes depart from the Zócalo. We recommend that you bring sunscreen and a hat for maximum protection, and above all, plenty of enthusiasm to experience the Capital!
Re-exploring the urban planning of Mexico City
Our city is nostalgic for music and long walks in the streets in search of something new to do. Little by little, life outdoors is coming back, and even if we must keep on taking care of ourselves, there are a couple of alternatives for those days when one feels overwhelmed by the eternal confinement. We discovered that some open spaces are again available for bike rides or just sitting and reading in the sunshine, so we want to share them with you in case you want to rediscover the city. Chapultepec Forest The first section of the forest can be the ideal space to disconnect from everything that has been happening to us in the last few months. The park opened its doors at the beginning of July for sports activities, such as hiking and biking; in fact, it is the ideal place for meditating in the middle of the forest or taking a book and coffee if you find yourself a little stressed out. It is an excellent option to take a breath of fresh air and feel the grass under your skin, accompanied by a friend, dog, or partner. If you do not have a place to stay, we suggest you stay in Polanco, as it is only a 15-minute walk from the forest. A roof bar in Condesa In case you do not know much about this area, Condesa has stood out incredibly for its musical and cultural offerings, but not only that, but it also has the most beautiful buildings in all of Mexico. Its houses and restaurants, for the most part, maintain a vintage and ancient style that has made anyone who has visited our city fall in love with it. Although most of the establishments are closed for the moment, we have found that there are open terraces, ideal for going out for a drink and enjoying good company. We suggest you stay in FlowSuites Condesa if you are visiting the city and walking along Amsterdam Avenue, which takes you to two of its best parks. Back to Downtown Even though the beloved stores are closed for the moment, we will never say no to a walk around Madero, Bellas Artes, and the Zócalo. The center keeps the Aztec and Spanish magic with it, which is reflected in its beautiful buildings with Art Deco finishes and the magnificent ruins. The sounds begin to resurface again with the organ grinders and the music on Bolivar Street, which we recommend you experience firsthand with a walk through its streets and legends; it’s even a good time to take pictures because of the few people you meet now. Following the security measures, this place is perfect for contemplating the distinctive features and history of our Mexico closely. Do you want to visit Mexico City safely? We highly recommend you stay at the FlowSuites hotel chain since they offer impeccable and warm service in the Condesa, Polanco, and WTC areas.
Experiences that you have to enjoy in Mexico City
In Mexico City not everything is restaurants, architecture, museums and monuments. There are some experiences that lead tourists to transcend everyday life. Get carried away by these incredible recommendations by expert locals and enjoy the best that this city has to offer for the most intrepid tourists. As in any other big city, if you stop for a moment to observe, you will find experiences for every taste and type of tourist. Of course, your safety and comfort are always a priority. If you want something other than a massage or an exercise class, on this list you will surely find an experience that you’ll like. We promise that including any of these activities on your trip will make it even more unforgettable. Keep reading and if you have time, try them all! Cooking class with Chef Ana Martorell Chef Ana Martorell discovered her passion for cooking and with her namesake brand she decided to share it with the world through culinary experiences. Her brand offers catering, gourmet products and utensils, but it’s most sought after for its amazing group cooking classes. In her gastronomic laboratory she teaches workshops and hosts events in which he intends to bring out the chef we all have inside. Guests at the workshop enjoy a pleasant time. Ingredients of the highest quality are used and she always tries to make each experience unique and enjoyable. It is perfect for organizing an event with your friends or to join one to learn and meet new people. Although the dishes are gourmet, you will be surprised at how simple the chef makes them seem, she argues that cooking is much more than just following a recipe. This is definitely something different for a very original and delicious dinner. Book your experience: by e-mail Montserrat@chefanamartorell.mx, on their web page https://chefanamartorell.mx/ or look it up on their social networks. FB: Chef Ana Martorell. IG: @chefanamartorell Sky High Dinner Dinner in the Sky is a concept that began in Chicago and conquered the adventurous heart of locals and tourists. Since arriving in Mexico City it has been a sensation and tickets are sold out if you are not quick to book. The best chefs in the world have come to Mexico to prepare their dishes that are to be enjoyed 45 meters from the ground by the most intrepid people while enjoying a privileged view. Before, Dinner in the Sky was only available in Teotihuacán, but now you can also enjoy it at Campo Marte in Mexico City and it has four experiences: breakfast, sunset dinner, evening dinner and mixology. All with a four-course meal (except mixology). Book your experience: on their page http://dinnerinthesky.com.mx/ at their email: reservas@dinnarinthesky.com.mx or call 55 4874 1182. Follow them in IG: @dinnerintheskymexico Enigma rooms Are you a fan of mystery? You cannot miss Enigma Rooms in any of its eleven storylines. This entertainment concept arrived in Mexico with a bang. It consists of a game of clues, codes and skills that can be played in teams of two to six people. During approximately one hour they must communicate, use logic and common sense to decipher a series of puzzles that will allow them to reach the next room and so on until they escape. There are many concepts you have to solve: disable a bomb, recover an Aztec relic, use magic tricks or escape from a serial killer. It is one of the best rated experiences by tourists who visit it and it is a great place to have a fun time, stimulate creative thinking and communication with others. You can even personalize your experience for companies, parties or even marriage proposals! Book your experience: on their web page https://enigmarooms.mx/ or write to gamemaster@enigmarooms.com.mx. They have three branches in Mexico City: Colonia Roma, Bosques and Coyoacán. Follow them on IG: @enigmarooms WeArt Are you looking for something more artistic? WeArt is for you. No matter if you are a frustrated painter or if you have never touched a brush in your life, you will leave this experience with a work of art made entirely by you. WeArt is a two-hour painting class in a studio apartment overlooking the Angel of Independence in Reforma, the teachers are experienced painters who show you that you don’t have to be an expert to paint something truly artistic. The experience includes wine and snacks and is led by expert artists. They have different paintings depending on the day for you to choose from, they also have some to paint as a couple and they provide you with all the material so that you only worry about enjoying yourself. It is a perfect experience to spend a magical night in Mexico City right in one of the most important neighborhoods. Book your experience: on their web page https://weart.mx/ or look for them in WhatsApp at 55 85531152. Follow them on IG at @ weart.mx. They also have a branch in Santa Fe. Secret Dinners A gastronomic experience completely different from what you are used to. Forget about: going to a restaurant, listening to recommendations and eating your dishes. In secret dinners everything is the other way around. Candelilla 16 is a restaurant that calls itself the «anti-restaurant» because before they bring you your first dish you will hear a bell that indicates that you should cover your eyes with a mask. Only when you see absolutely nothing is when your first dish touches the table and you eat it without having any idea what is in front of you. A guide narrates the experience so that you do not feel so lost and without your sight, your smell, touch and taste sharpen so that you are much more aware of the flavors and textures that you are eating. When you finish the dish and listen to a bell again you already have permission to see the menu and discover if your senses led you correctly. The whole session is dedicated to exalting Mexican food, so they focus
Goodbye traffic! Transportation options in Mexico City
Like all large cities, Mexico City is complicated to navigate and traffic is responsible for depleting a large part of our energy. Luckily, this also means that there are a thousand options to avoid it. Keep reading and discover some of the best. Whether you want to avoid driving or being in a car for a long time, the advantages of visiting such a big city is that it has options for everything. Don’t worry about being late for that meeting or not finding how to get back to your hotel at rush hour. There is always a way to make your commute more bearable. Private driver Uber / Didi / Beat Mobility application services are increasingly common. They are so easy to use and so accessible that they facilitate many things. In Mexico City you will find many Apps that are already competing with Uber (previously the only one). These are the most common. Uber – Since it has been in Mexico City more time, it has the most drivers, so your waiting time is rarely going to be longer than five minutes. It has Uber pool services to share trips for a lower rate, you can hire vans, it has an alert button, luxury cars and you can divide the rate with your travel companions. In addition, this year it has an extra advantage: you can also use its Jump bicycle service to move around the city. Didi – It definitely has lower rates than Uber, but you may have to wait a little longer for them to arrive. It is the second most popular service, but it has no options other than a car for an individual trip. Didi has sporadic promotions during the day, it can be a three-hour discount, some promo codes for future trips or even discounts on trips after a number of them, you just have to be aware of their notifications. Beat – Mercedes Benz take on mobility. It arrived in Mexico earlier this year and has been in charge of amazing its users. It is the cheapest of the three and is still making its way to dethrone Uber. The good thing about Beat is that it always tries to offer very cheap trips for users without deducting fees from drivers. It is reliable and has made a great investment in Mexico, so it is expected that in the future it will become a favorite. For all three you have to download the application on your cell phone, put your card as a payment method and voila! Ask for your trip and forget about stressing behind the wheel. Recommendations: As in every big city, be sure to always be alert. Check the plates of the car when it arrives for you, make sure it is the model and color that the application indicates, try to travel in the back seat and always ask the drivers to identify themselves. Pedal your way through the city! Jump / Mobike / Ecobici If you want to circumvent traffic, avoid subway crowds and also exercise, bicycles are the best option. There are already so many around the city that you will not have any problem finding them, surely you have already seen several rolling around. Ecobici – They are the official bicycles of Mexico City. They work with a card so you don’t really need to download the App (although it helps a lot) and you can grab a bike from any station you see. You have 45 minutes to make your trip and return it to another station. They have 480 stations, 6,800 bikes and are in 55 areas. It has the most coverage. To have your card you can be a foreigner or Mexican, you only need a valid ID and a card in your name. Rates are: for an annual membership $ 462, 7 days $ 346, 3 days $ 208 and 1 day $ 104. If you spend more than 45 minutes a charge is added, do not have it for 24 hours because it costs $ 5,771. Find the registration modules here. Mobike – These are orange bicycles with a basket that you have already seen rolling on CDMX. To contract the service you have to download the application and subscribe to the plan that suits you best, you can pay by card or cash at Oxxo stores. They have 360-day rates for $ 759, 90 days $ 259 and 30 days $ 99 and have seasonal promotions so be alert. It works from 5 am to midnight. Jump – These are electric bicycles from Uber that will take you far away while you ride, it doesn’t matter if you are on a steep hill, the engine helps you go faster. In the same application you use for Uber select the bike icon and find one near you, reserve it 5 minutes in advance, unlock it and pay $ 3 per minute. The areas covered are: Nápoles, Polanco, Del Valle, Roma Sur, Roma Norte, San Miguel Chapultepec, Condesa and Cuauhtémoc. Recommendations: In some areas of the city there are exclusive lanes for bicycles, be sure to use them and be very careful with cars in the areas that do not have them. Wear a helmet and don’t go too fast, remember that sometimes people don’t use their mirrors. Fun on two wheels! Grin / Econduce A faster and fun alternative is to drive a scooter to reach your destination. Grin – they are electric scooters that you will see throughout the city in their designated areas that include Polanco, Roma, Condesa, Juárez and some sections of the San Rafael and Granada. You just have to download the App, register your card, scan the QR code and voila! Your scooter is already unlocked. One advantage is that if you have the Rappi App you can use it to use Grin without downloading its App. Driving them is very easy, but be careful because they go faster than
What to do in Mexico City during January 2020
Hello 2020! There’s nothing better than starting the year knowing what to do, what to visit and where to eat. If you are visiting Mexico City on January, we will give you the best things to experience so you have the most wonderful time. January is a great month to visit Mexico City. You can get to know many places and visit monuments without worrying about large crowds (it’s the low season). In addition, traffic is very relaxed and the weather is ideal, maybe a bit cold, but in general very pleasant. Get ready to have a great time with the activities you can do this month. Hurry up! The Möet Chandon pop up store will be up until January 2nd at the Palacio de Palacios in Polanco. Here you’ll find the best bottles and you can customize them with gold leaves, make Christmas cards, buy boxes of chocolates or bouquets. You can also monogram your initials, write a message or whatever you want on your bottles. Where: On the ground floor of El Palacio de Hierro in Polanco, Moliere 222, until January 2nd, 2020. This month you can still enjoy the Broadway hit Chicago in Spanish. It isone of the most acclaimed Broadway musicals and is taking the critics by storm. It is ending at the beginning of February and it has been a total success, so if you have not seen it we assure you that it will be a great experience. Where: Find your tickets here. Until February 2 at the Telcel Theater. Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra # 386. The ice rink in the Zócalo in the city’s downtown will be running until January 6th. You just have to see the ecological synthetic ice rink and the Christmas festival with lights and the Christmas tree. Enjoy the disco nights with mariachis, cumbia, salsa and rancheras. Where: Find schedules here. until January 6 in the Zocalo. SEVENTEEN, the K-pop group with 13 members from Korea, China and the United States will come for the first time to Mexico on January 17th. If you want to know a little more about this musical genre that became so popular, this concert is a great option. Where: At the Palacio de los Deportes at 20:30. Granjas México. Find tickets here. On January 22nd, the National Auditorium presents Playa Limbo, a Mexican pop group that sings in Spanish with a jazz influence. If you know the style of groups like Presuntos Implicados or Belanova you’ll know what to expect.. If you want to go to dinner before, we recommend the Karisma bar that has good food, an excellent atmosphere and is a few blocks from the Auditorium. Where: In the National Auditorium (Auditorio Nacional) at 20:30. Karisma Bar, Campos Elíseos# 219. Visit the Tamale Fair in Coyoacán. National and international producers with more than 100 varieties of tamales will be there for you to try everything. You can pair them up with traditional atole, Mexican hot chocolate, champurrado or coffee. Where: From January 30th to February 3rd. In the National Museum of Popular Cultures. Miguel Hidalgo # 289. Visit The Two Fridas in the Museum of Modern Art. This work is one of the most recognized pieces of this Mexican painter and this exhibition shows documents, works and photographs that illustrate the influence that Marcel Duchamp and the French capital had on Frida Kahlo. The exhibition also includes Marcel Duchamp’s visit to Mexico City and his encounter with one of Frida’s students. It is an exhibition of Las Dos Fridas and the influence of these two cities in her work. Where: At the Museum of Modern Art, Paseo de la Reforma s / n until January 2020. Patrick Watson will be at Plaza Condesa on January 31st promoting his new Wave album. This singer and composer of the Indie Pop genre has composed songs for soundtracks in series such as Grey’s Anatomy, American Idol, Heaven and The Blacklist. Surely you’ve already heard one or two songs of his. This show promises to be a great experience for any music lover. Do not miss it! Where: In Plaza Condesa, Juan Escutia # 4 at 21:30. Find tickets here. At FlowSuites we will be happy to host you so that you can experience Mexico to the fullest. Book your trip at www.flowsuites.com or visit our social networks to find out about the best offers and promotions. If you prefer, you can contact us by WhatsApp at +52 1 55 7989 3074, we will be happy to help you.
The best Christmas desserts in CDMX
Some of the sweetest gifts that the Christmas season brings are the delicious seasonal desserts that you can find throughout the city. Restaurants and bakeries compete to see who offers the best one to the public. Ready to try the most delicious one? Who does not love to enjoy the winter with a good cup of hot chocolate and something sweet to compensate for the cold. Get ready, because Mexico City is an expert in its seasonal creations. Hang tight, because we’re about to tell you which Christmas desserts are the best ones and where to try them. Fruitcake from Maque No Christmas is complete without the traditional fruitcake and Maque does not disappoint. This bakery-restaurant is famous for its great flavor and its exquisite sweet bread that is baked daily and sold fresh. Its ‘conchas’ and brownies are exceptional and at Christmas time they make the best fruitcake in the city. You can order the whole cake to take away or order a slice at the restaurant, the pieces of fruit are generous and full of flavor, it has nuts, cherry and quince jelly. Find it at: Any one of its branches: Condesa, Polanco, Monte Líbano and Altavista. Shake Shack Christmas Cookie Shake Since Shake Shack arrived in Mexico it has been a sensation. Their delicious hamburgers with top quality ingredients are already a favorite to many, so much that they make kilometric lines to be able to eat there. Another attraction are its special desserts such as custards and milkshakes, there are even some for dogs! During the Christmas season they have a very special one: a Holiday Christmas Cookie Shake. It has frozen sugar cookie custard, whipped cream, shortcake cookie crumbles and Christmas sprinkles. Nothing better to accompany your French fries with cheese. Try it! Ver esta publicación en Instagram Find it at: any one of its two branches Cuauhtémoc and Santa Fe. Christmas cookies from Mielmesabe Bakery This bakery is a newcomer in Mexico City and is already a success. Its handmade processes and fresh ingredients make this bread taste like love. Their recipes are not very elaborate, they focus on classic ingredients and that is exactly their secret. They have perfected their procedures so well that even the most classic recipe like red velvet or carrot cake will surprise you. You’ll love their cookies since they are their specialty, they change every day and they are always fresh out of the oven, they melt in your mouth. And for Christmas they have come up with something amazing, you’ll have to try their Christmas gingerbread cookies. Delicious! Find them at: Monterrey 225, Roma Norte. El Encanto de Lola’s Cobbler This San Angel restaurant has become famous for its original, nostalgic and delicious recipes. Nothing like a spaghetti sandwich or a Chocotorro milkshake, they are a real treat. This Christmas they have a special eggnog milkshake with vanilla, whiskey and nuts that is decorated it with Christmas candy canes. But that’s not all; its true protagonist is the cobbler. A butter pancake with lemon zest that can be made of bitter chocolate, raspberry, M & M’s or blueberry. The best of all? You can make an advance order and bring your own container so they make it there and you can heat it in your own oven when you have company. Ver esta publicación en Instagram Find it in: Amargura 14, Col. San Ángel. Order at: 55 508429 Pan-tástica rosemary and lemon cookies An auteur bakery that gives every recipe it’s own touch. Everything you try here has an unexpected and flavorful twist like matcha chocolates or chocolate chip cookies. It is also one of the few places where you can find stroop waffles that are filled with honey. At Christmas they have cookies covered with a rosemary and lemon glaze, a super fresh and original option to take to any Christmas dinner or enjoy while you drink your morning coffee. Ver esta publicación en Instagram Find them at: Río Danubio 63, Col. Cuauhtémoc. Catamundi Christmas doughnuts Right in the heart of Polanquito you will find Catamundi; a restaurant, bakery and shop that has a bit of everything. It is a wonderful place to eat and you can find delicious things at its store that you can use to put together a gourmet dinner. Their bread is exceptional, they have maple donuts with bacon, matcha ‘conchas’, mole bread and even bacon covered with chocolate. This Christmas their seasonal donuts are worth every penny. There come in three different flavors decorated with divine Christmas motifs: chocolate with Christmas sweets, ginger and white chocolate stuffed with raspberries. You definitely have to try them! At their store you can also find Christmas products to give as gifts such as: kits to make hot chocolate, boxes of ‘alfajores’ cookies and Christmas baskets. Find them at: Alejandro Dumas 97, Col. Polanco. At FlowSuites we will be happy to host you so that you can experience Mexico’s gastronomy in full. Book your trip at www.flowsuites.com or visit our social networks to find out about the best offers and promotions. If you prefer, you can contact us by WhatsApp at +52 1 55 7989 3074, we will be happy to help you.