Splash from the past 💦 🩲 Of course I packed a vintage swimsuit 😜
Wine not? 💁🏼♂️🍇🍷 Mexico is famous for tequila and mezcal, but its vineyards, especially around San Miguel, are definitely worth exploring. We set our sights on Viñedos San Lucas (@vinedossanlucas), the most picturesque winery in San Miguel. (My wine expertise may be limited, but when it comes to aesthetics, I’m basically a master somme.) The estate the winery is located on could honestly rival any European vineyard, with Tuscan-style architecture and made-for-Instagram lavender fields. Our host, Jessica, took us on a tour and walked us through a private tasting session. Their state-of-the-art facilities and scenic vineyards are truly amazing, and the wine cave where we had our tasting could have been a Michelin-starred restaurant all on its own. Jessica explained that their wines are geared to a Mexican palate, which typically means slightly sweeter and brighter. The sauvignon blanc stood out as particularly complex and the local honey and cheeses that they used for pairing were super tasty. Had we not already tied the knot, Viñedos San Lucas would have been a kind of perfect wedding venue.
Wine not? 💁🏼♂️🍇🍷 Mexico is famous for tequila and mezcal, but its vineyards, especially around San Miguel, are definitely worth exploring. We set our sights on Viñedos San Lucas (@vinedossanlucas), the most picturesque winery in San Miguel. (My wine expertise may be limited, but when it comes to aesthetics, I’m basically a master somme.) The estate the winery is located on could honestly rival any European vineyard, with Tuscan-style architecture and made-for-Instagram lavender fields. Our host, Jessica, took us on a tour and walked us through a private tasting session. Their state-of-the-art facilities and scenic vineyards are truly amazing, and the wine cave where we had our tasting could have been a Michelin-starred restaurant all on its own. Jessica explained that their wines are geared to a Mexican palate, which typically means slightly sweeter and brighter. The sauvignon blanc stood out as particularly complex and the local honey and cheeses that they used for pairing were super tasty. Had we not already tied the knot, Viñedos San Lucas would have been a kind of perfect wedding venue.
Wine not? 💁🏼♂️🍇🍷 Mexico is famous for tequila and mezcal, but its vineyards, especially around San Miguel, are definitely worth exploring. We set our sights on Viñedos San Lucas (@vinedossanlucas), the most picturesque winery in San Miguel. (My wine expertise may be limited, but when it comes to aesthetics, I’m basically a master somme.) The estate the winery is located on could honestly rival any European vineyard, with Tuscan-style architecture and made-for-Instagram lavender fields. Our host, Jessica, took us on a tour and walked us through a private tasting session. Their state-of-the-art facilities and scenic vineyards are truly amazing, and the wine cave where we had our tasting could have been a Michelin-starred restaurant all on its own. Jessica explained that their wines are geared to a Mexican palate, which typically means slightly sweeter and brighter. The sauvignon blanc stood out as particularly complex and the local honey and cheeses that they used for pairing were super tasty. Had we not already tied the knot, Viñedos San Lucas would have been a kind of perfect wedding venue.
Wine not? 💁🏼♂️🍇🍷 Mexico is famous for tequila and mezcal, but its vineyards, especially around San Miguel, are definitely worth exploring. We set our sights on Viñedos San Lucas (@vinedossanlucas), the most picturesque winery in San Miguel. (My wine expertise may be limited, but when it comes to aesthetics, I’m basically a master somme.) The estate the winery is located on could honestly rival any European vineyard, with Tuscan-style architecture and made-for-Instagram lavender fields. Our host, Jessica, took us on a tour and walked us through a private tasting session. Their state-of-the-art facilities and scenic vineyards are truly amazing, and the wine cave where we had our tasting could have been a Michelin-starred restaurant all on its own. Jessica explained that their wines are geared to a Mexican palate, which typically means slightly sweeter and brighter. The sauvignon blanc stood out as particularly complex and the local honey and cheeses that they used for pairing were super tasty. Had we not already tied the knot, Viñedos San Lucas would have been a kind of perfect wedding venue.
Wine not? 💁🏼♂️🍇🍷 Mexico is famous for tequila and mezcal, but its vineyards, especially around San Miguel, are definitely worth exploring. We set our sights on Viñedos San Lucas (@vinedossanlucas), the most picturesque winery in San Miguel. (My wine expertise may be limited, but when it comes to aesthetics, I’m basically a master somme.) The estate the winery is located on could honestly rival any European vineyard, with Tuscan-style architecture and made-for-Instagram lavender fields. Our host, Jessica, took us on a tour and walked us through a private tasting session. Their state-of-the-art facilities and scenic vineyards are truly amazing, and the wine cave where we had our tasting could have been a Michelin-starred restaurant all on its own. Jessica explained that their wines are geared to a Mexican palate, which typically means slightly sweeter and brighter. The sauvignon blanc stood out as particularly complex and the local honey and cheeses that they used for pairing were super tasty. Had we not already tied the knot, Viñedos San Lucas would have been a kind of perfect wedding venue.
Wine not? 💁🏼♂️🍇🍷 Mexico is famous for tequila and mezcal, but its vineyards, especially around San Miguel, are definitely worth exploring. We set our sights on Viñedos San Lucas (@vinedossanlucas), the most picturesque winery in San Miguel. (My wine expertise may be limited, but when it comes to aesthetics, I’m basically a master somme.) The estate the winery is located on could honestly rival any European vineyard, with Tuscan-style architecture and made-for-Instagram lavender fields. Our host, Jessica, took us on a tour and walked us through a private tasting session. Their state-of-the-art facilities and scenic vineyards are truly amazing, and the wine cave where we had our tasting could have been a Michelin-starred restaurant all on its own. Jessica explained that their wines are geared to a Mexican palate, which typically means slightly sweeter and brighter. The sauvignon blanc stood out as particularly complex and the local honey and cheeses that they used for pairing were super tasty. Had we not already tied the knot, Viñedos San Lucas would have been a kind of perfect wedding venue.
Today, we took ourselves on a self-guided walking tour of San Miguel, starting with a heaping plate of chilaquiles at the eclectic (and gay-owned!) Café Rama (@caferama.sma). Our adventure continued with a stroll through the charming Parque Benito Juárez where they were celebrating the Feria de la Candelaria, a festival where gardeners and flower vendors sell thousands of different kinds of plants and flowers`. As PlantGays™, it was almost torture not being able to take home at least one of these beauties. Next, we climbed up to El Mirador, a viewpoint at the top of the hill overlooking the city with breathtaking views of San Miguel’s colorful rooftops. Next, we explored Fabrica La Aurora (@fabricalaaurora), an old textile factory that’s been transformed into a massive art gallery, showcasing tons of local art and craftsmanship. After all that, we desperately needed an espresso break at Hotel Casa de los Soles (@casadelossoles ), a hotel and café that boasts a seriously impressive collection of talaveras. We purposefully scheduled our trip to coincide with Valentine’s Day as well as our ten-year “meet-a-versary,” but when booking this trip, I don’t think either of us realized just how romantic the city of San Miguel is — it’s just bursting with love! Every couple seems to be holding hands, and we fully saw multiple marriage proposals in front of the Parroquia (a sight that usually makes me cringe). We spent V-Day Eve indulging at Aperi (@aperimx), the pinnacle of fine dining in San Miguel, where we splurged in a Michelin-starred tasting menu and wine pairing in a romantic courtyard setting.
Today, we took ourselves on a self-guided walking tour of San Miguel, starting with a heaping plate of chilaquiles at the eclectic (and gay-owned!) Café Rama (@caferama.sma). Our adventure continued with a stroll through the charming Parque Benito Juárez where they were celebrating the Feria de la Candelaria, a festival where gardeners and flower vendors sell thousands of different kinds of plants and flowers`. As PlantGays™, it was almost torture not being able to take home at least one of these beauties. Next, we climbed up to El Mirador, a viewpoint at the top of the hill overlooking the city with breathtaking views of San Miguel’s colorful rooftops. Next, we explored Fabrica La Aurora (@fabricalaaurora), an old textile factory that’s been transformed into a massive art gallery, showcasing tons of local art and craftsmanship. After all that, we desperately needed an espresso break at Hotel Casa de los Soles (@casadelossoles ), a hotel and café that boasts a seriously impressive collection of talaveras. We purposefully scheduled our trip to coincide with Valentine’s Day as well as our ten-year “meet-a-versary,” but when booking this trip, I don’t think either of us realized just how romantic the city of San Miguel is — it’s just bursting with love! Every couple seems to be holding hands, and we fully saw multiple marriage proposals in front of the Parroquia (a sight that usually makes me cringe). We spent V-Day Eve indulging at Aperi (@aperimx), the pinnacle of fine dining in San Miguel, where we splurged in a Michelin-starred tasting menu and wine pairing in a romantic courtyard setting.
Today, we took ourselves on a self-guided walking tour of San Miguel, starting with a heaping plate of chilaquiles at the eclectic (and gay-owned!) Café Rama (@caferama.sma). Our adventure continued with a stroll through the charming Parque Benito Juárez where they were celebrating the Feria de la Candelaria, a festival where gardeners and flower vendors sell thousands of different kinds of plants and flowers`. As PlantGays™, it was almost torture not being able to take home at least one of these beauties. Next, we climbed up to El Mirador, a viewpoint at the top of the hill overlooking the city with breathtaking views of San Miguel’s colorful rooftops. Next, we explored Fabrica La Aurora (@fabricalaaurora), an old textile factory that’s been transformed into a massive art gallery, showcasing tons of local art and craftsmanship. After all that, we desperately needed an espresso break at Hotel Casa de los Soles (@casadelossoles ), a hotel and café that boasts a seriously impressive collection of talaveras. We purposefully scheduled our trip to coincide with Valentine’s Day as well as our ten-year “meet-a-versary,” but when booking this trip, I don’t think either of us realized just how romantic the city of San Miguel is — it’s just bursting with love! Every couple seems to be holding hands, and we fully saw multiple marriage proposals in front of the Parroquia (a sight that usually makes me cringe). We spent V-Day Eve indulging at Aperi (@aperimx), the pinnacle of fine dining in San Miguel, where we splurged in a Michelin-starred tasting menu and wine pairing in a romantic courtyard setting.
Today, we took ourselves on a self-guided walking tour of San Miguel, starting with a heaping plate of chilaquiles at the eclectic (and gay-owned!) Café Rama (@caferama.sma). Our adventure continued with a stroll through the charming Parque Benito Juárez where they were celebrating the Feria de la Candelaria, a festival where gardeners and flower vendors sell thousands of different kinds of plants and flowers`. As PlantGays™, it was almost torture not being able to take home at least one of these beauties. Next, we climbed up to El Mirador, a viewpoint at the top of the hill overlooking the city with breathtaking views of San Miguel’s colorful rooftops. Next, we explored Fabrica La Aurora (@fabricalaaurora), an old textile factory that’s been transformed into a massive art gallery, showcasing tons of local art and craftsmanship. After all that, we desperately needed an espresso break at Hotel Casa de los Soles (@casadelossoles ), a hotel and café that boasts a seriously impressive collection of talaveras. We purposefully scheduled our trip to coincide with Valentine’s Day as well as our ten-year “meet-a-versary,” but when booking this trip, I don’t think either of us realized just how romantic the city of San Miguel is — it’s just bursting with love! Every couple seems to be holding hands, and we fully saw multiple marriage proposals in front of the Parroquia (a sight that usually makes me cringe). We spent V-Day Eve indulging at Aperi (@aperimx), the pinnacle of fine dining in San Miguel, where we splurged in a Michelin-starred tasting menu and wine pairing in a romantic courtyard setting.
Today, we took ourselves on a self-guided walking tour of San Miguel, starting with a heaping plate of chilaquiles at the eclectic (and gay-owned!) Café Rama (@caferama.sma). Our adventure continued with a stroll through the charming Parque Benito Juárez where they were celebrating the Feria de la Candelaria, a festival where gardeners and flower vendors sell thousands of different kinds of plants and flowers`. As PlantGays™, it was almost torture not being able to take home at least one of these beauties. Next, we climbed up to El Mirador, a viewpoint at the top of the hill overlooking the city with breathtaking views of San Miguel’s colorful rooftops. Next, we explored Fabrica La Aurora (@fabricalaaurora), an old textile factory that’s been transformed into a massive art gallery, showcasing tons of local art and craftsmanship. After all that, we desperately needed an espresso break at Hotel Casa de los Soles (@casadelossoles ), a hotel and café that boasts a seriously impressive collection of talaveras. We purposefully scheduled our trip to coincide with Valentine’s Day as well as our ten-year “meet-a-versary,” but when booking this trip, I don’t think either of us realized just how romantic the city of San Miguel is — it’s just bursting with love! Every couple seems to be holding hands, and we fully saw multiple marriage proposals in front of the Parroquia (a sight that usually makes me cringe). We spent V-Day Eve indulging at Aperi (@aperimx), the pinnacle of fine dining in San Miguel, where we splurged in a Michelin-starred tasting menu and wine pairing in a romantic courtyard setting.
Today, we took ourselves on a self-guided walking tour of San Miguel, starting with a heaping plate of chilaquiles at the eclectic (and gay-owned!) Café Rama (@caferama.sma). Our adventure continued with a stroll through the charming Parque Benito Juárez where they were celebrating the Feria de la Candelaria, a festival where gardeners and flower vendors sell thousands of different kinds of plants and flowers`. As PlantGays™, it was almost torture not being able to take home at least one of these beauties. Next, we climbed up to El Mirador, a viewpoint at the top of the hill overlooking the city with breathtaking views of San Miguel’s colorful rooftops. Next, we explored Fabrica La Aurora (@fabricalaaurora), an old textile factory that’s been transformed into a massive art gallery, showcasing tons of local art and craftsmanship. After all that, we desperately needed an espresso break at Hotel Casa de los Soles (@casadelossoles ), a hotel and café that boasts a seriously impressive collection of talaveras. We purposefully scheduled our trip to coincide with Valentine’s Day as well as our ten-year “meet-a-versary,” but when booking this trip, I don’t think either of us realized just how romantic the city of San Miguel is — it’s just bursting with love! Every couple seems to be holding hands, and we fully saw multiple marriage proposals in front of the Parroquia (a sight that usually makes me cringe). We spent V-Day Eve indulging at Aperi (@aperimx), the pinnacle of fine dining in San Miguel, where we splurged in a Michelin-starred tasting menu and wine pairing in a romantic courtyard setting.
Today, we took ourselves on a self-guided walking tour of San Miguel, starting with a heaping plate of chilaquiles at the eclectic (and gay-owned!) Café Rama (@caferama.sma). Our adventure continued with a stroll through the charming Parque Benito Juárez where they were celebrating the Feria de la Candelaria, a festival where gardeners and flower vendors sell thousands of different kinds of plants and flowers`. As PlantGays™, it was almost torture not being able to take home at least one of these beauties. Next, we climbed up to El Mirador, a viewpoint at the top of the hill overlooking the city with breathtaking views of San Miguel’s colorful rooftops. Next, we explored Fabrica La Aurora (@fabricalaaurora), an old textile factory that’s been transformed into a massive art gallery, showcasing tons of local art and craftsmanship. After all that, we desperately needed an espresso break at Hotel Casa de los Soles (@casadelossoles ), a hotel and café that boasts a seriously impressive collection of talaveras. We purposefully scheduled our trip to coincide with Valentine’s Day as well as our ten-year “meet-a-versary,” but when booking this trip, I don’t think either of us realized just how romantic the city of San Miguel is — it’s just bursting with love! Every couple seems to be holding hands, and we fully saw multiple marriage proposals in front of the Parroquia (a sight that usually makes me cringe). We spent V-Day Eve indulging at Aperi (@aperimx), the pinnacle of fine dining in San Miguel, where we splurged in a Michelin-starred tasting menu and wine pairing in a romantic courtyard setting.
Today, we took ourselves on a self-guided walking tour of San Miguel, starting with a heaping plate of chilaquiles at the eclectic (and gay-owned!) Café Rama (@caferama.sma). Our adventure continued with a stroll through the charming Parque Benito Juárez where they were celebrating the Feria de la Candelaria, a festival where gardeners and flower vendors sell thousands of different kinds of plants and flowers`. As PlantGays™, it was almost torture not being able to take home at least one of these beauties. Next, we climbed up to El Mirador, a viewpoint at the top of the hill overlooking the city with breathtaking views of San Miguel’s colorful rooftops. Next, we explored Fabrica La Aurora (@fabricalaaurora), an old textile factory that’s been transformed into a massive art gallery, showcasing tons of local art and craftsmanship. After all that, we desperately needed an espresso break at Hotel Casa de los Soles (@casadelossoles ), a hotel and café that boasts a seriously impressive collection of talaveras. We purposefully scheduled our trip to coincide with Valentine’s Day as well as our ten-year “meet-a-versary,” but when booking this trip, I don’t think either of us realized just how romantic the city of San Miguel is — it’s just bursting with love! Every couple seems to be holding hands, and we fully saw multiple marriage proposals in front of the Parroquia (a sight that usually makes me cringe). We spent V-Day Eve indulging at Aperi (@aperimx), the pinnacle of fine dining in San Miguel, where we splurged in a Michelin-starred tasting menu and wine pairing in a romantic courtyard setting.
Today, we took ourselves on a self-guided walking tour of San Miguel, starting with a heaping plate of chilaquiles at the eclectic (and gay-owned!) Café Rama (@caferama.sma). Our adventure continued with a stroll through the charming Parque Benito Juárez where they were celebrating the Feria de la Candelaria, a festival where gardeners and flower vendors sell thousands of different kinds of plants and flowers`. As PlantGays™, it was almost torture not being able to take home at least one of these beauties. Next, we climbed up to El Mirador, a viewpoint at the top of the hill overlooking the city with breathtaking views of San Miguel’s colorful rooftops. Next, we explored Fabrica La Aurora (@fabricalaaurora), an old textile factory that’s been transformed into a massive art gallery, showcasing tons of local art and craftsmanship. After all that, we desperately needed an espresso break at Hotel Casa de los Soles (@casadelossoles ), a hotel and café that boasts a seriously impressive collection of talaveras. We purposefully scheduled our trip to coincide with Valentine’s Day as well as our ten-year “meet-a-versary,” but when booking this trip, I don’t think either of us realized just how romantic the city of San Miguel is — it’s just bursting with love! Every couple seems to be holding hands, and we fully saw multiple marriage proposals in front of the Parroquia (a sight that usually makes me cringe). We spent V-Day Eve indulging at Aperi (@aperimx), the pinnacle of fine dining in San Miguel, where we splurged in a Michelin-starred tasting menu and wine pairing in a romantic courtyard setting.
Something to taco ‘bout 🌮 Today in San Miguel de Allende, it was all about food, starting the morning with my favorite Mexican pastry, a concha from Cumpanio (@cumpaniomx). Our appetite for discovery then led us to the trendy neighborhood of Guadalupe, dubbed the Brooklyn of San Miguel. Unlike the centro historico, a UNESCO World Heritage site where building aesthetics are preserved, Guadalupe thrives with artistic freedom, with the artist residents turning many of their homes into a canvas for murals. We also suspect this might be the gayborhood, based on the number of same-sex couples we saw making their way to brunch. One of my favorite ways to learn about a town is through its food, so whenever I can take a cooking class from a local, I seize the opportunity. Fortunately, Pura Vida Kitchen (@puravidakitchen) was able to accommodate us, and we were shocked to learn that our chef, Alicia, was originally from Brooklyn Heights. She had followed a boyfriend to SMA twenty years ago and has since made it her home. Chef Alicia was incredibly entertaining, hilarious, and knowledgeable as she guided us through the basics of Mexican salsas and introduced us to new ingredients like huitlacoche (Mexican corn fungus) and xoconostle (prickly pear). She was also so kind as to take us to a nearby grocery store to stock up on dried chili peppers and tortillas for her tasty chicken tinga tacos. She even gifted us with some raw brown sugar cones and dried hibiscus flowers, which are hard to find in the States, so we could make her mouthwatering margaritas. Don’t worry, we declared everything! As we were checking out at the grocery store, Scott whispered to me, ‘I think this is my favorite thing we’ve done.’ And I couldn’t agree more. If you make the trip down here, booking a class with Alicia is a must. Plus, she sent us off with her e-cookbook so we can bring these dishes back to Brooklyn.
Something to taco ‘bout 🌮 Today in San Miguel de Allende, it was all about food, starting the morning with my favorite Mexican pastry, a concha from Cumpanio (@cumpaniomx). Our appetite for discovery then led us to the trendy neighborhood of Guadalupe, dubbed the Brooklyn of San Miguel. Unlike the centro historico, a UNESCO World Heritage site where building aesthetics are preserved, Guadalupe thrives with artistic freedom, with the artist residents turning many of their homes into a canvas for murals. We also suspect this might be the gayborhood, based on the number of same-sex couples we saw making their way to brunch. One of my favorite ways to learn about a town is through its food, so whenever I can take a cooking class from a local, I seize the opportunity. Fortunately, Pura Vida Kitchen (@puravidakitchen) was able to accommodate us, and we were shocked to learn that our chef, Alicia, was originally from Brooklyn Heights. She had followed a boyfriend to SMA twenty years ago and has since made it her home. Chef Alicia was incredibly entertaining, hilarious, and knowledgeable as she guided us through the basics of Mexican salsas and introduced us to new ingredients like huitlacoche (Mexican corn fungus) and xoconostle (prickly pear). She was also so kind as to take us to a nearby grocery store to stock up on dried chili peppers and tortillas for her tasty chicken tinga tacos. She even gifted us with some raw brown sugar cones and dried hibiscus flowers, which are hard to find in the States, so we could make her mouthwatering margaritas. Don’t worry, we declared everything! As we were checking out at the grocery store, Scott whispered to me, ‘I think this is my favorite thing we’ve done.’ And I couldn’t agree more. If you make the trip down here, booking a class with Alicia is a must. Plus, she sent us off with her e-cookbook so we can bring these dishes back to Brooklyn.
Something to taco ‘bout 🌮 Today in San Miguel de Allende, it was all about food, starting the morning with my favorite Mexican pastry, a concha from Cumpanio (@cumpaniomx). Our appetite for discovery then led us to the trendy neighborhood of Guadalupe, dubbed the Brooklyn of San Miguel. Unlike the centro historico, a UNESCO World Heritage site where building aesthetics are preserved, Guadalupe thrives with artistic freedom, with the artist residents turning many of their homes into a canvas for murals. We also suspect this might be the gayborhood, based on the number of same-sex couples we saw making their way to brunch. One of my favorite ways to learn about a town is through its food, so whenever I can take a cooking class from a local, I seize the opportunity. Fortunately, Pura Vida Kitchen (@puravidakitchen) was able to accommodate us, and we were shocked to learn that our chef, Alicia, was originally from Brooklyn Heights. She had followed a boyfriend to SMA twenty years ago and has since made it her home. Chef Alicia was incredibly entertaining, hilarious, and knowledgeable as she guided us through the basics of Mexican salsas and introduced us to new ingredients like huitlacoche (Mexican corn fungus) and xoconostle (prickly pear). She was also so kind as to take us to a nearby grocery store to stock up on dried chili peppers and tortillas for her tasty chicken tinga tacos. She even gifted us with some raw brown sugar cones and dried hibiscus flowers, which are hard to find in the States, so we could make her mouthwatering margaritas. Don’t worry, we declared everything! As we were checking out at the grocery store, Scott whispered to me, ‘I think this is my favorite thing we’ve done.’ And I couldn’t agree more. If you make the trip down here, booking a class with Alicia is a must. Plus, she sent us off with her e-cookbook so we can bring these dishes back to Brooklyn.
Something to taco ‘bout 🌮 Today in San Miguel de Allende, it was all about food, starting the morning with my favorite Mexican pastry, a concha from Cumpanio (@cumpaniomx). Our appetite for discovery then led us to the trendy neighborhood of Guadalupe, dubbed the Brooklyn of San Miguel. Unlike the centro historico, a UNESCO World Heritage site where building aesthetics are preserved, Guadalupe thrives with artistic freedom, with the artist residents turning many of their homes into a canvas for murals. We also suspect this might be the gayborhood, based on the number of same-sex couples we saw making their way to brunch. One of my favorite ways to learn about a town is through its food, so whenever I can take a cooking class from a local, I seize the opportunity. Fortunately, Pura Vida Kitchen (@puravidakitchen) was able to accommodate us, and we were shocked to learn that our chef, Alicia, was originally from Brooklyn Heights. She had followed a boyfriend to SMA twenty years ago and has since made it her home. Chef Alicia was incredibly entertaining, hilarious, and knowledgeable as she guided us through the basics of Mexican salsas and introduced us to new ingredients like huitlacoche (Mexican corn fungus) and xoconostle (prickly pear). She was also so kind as to take us to a nearby grocery store to stock up on dried chili peppers and tortillas for her tasty chicken tinga tacos. She even gifted us with some raw brown sugar cones and dried hibiscus flowers, which are hard to find in the States, so we could make her mouthwatering margaritas. Don’t worry, we declared everything! As we were checking out at the grocery store, Scott whispered to me, ‘I think this is my favorite thing we’ve done.’ And I couldn’t agree more. If you make the trip down here, booking a class with Alicia is a must. Plus, she sent us off with her e-cookbook so we can bring these dishes back to Brooklyn.
Something to taco ‘bout 🌮 Today in San Miguel de Allende, it was all about food, starting the morning with my favorite Mexican pastry, a concha from Cumpanio (@cumpaniomx). Our appetite for discovery then led us to the trendy neighborhood of Guadalupe, dubbed the Brooklyn of San Miguel. Unlike the centro historico, a UNESCO World Heritage site where building aesthetics are preserved, Guadalupe thrives with artistic freedom, with the artist residents turning many of their homes into a canvas for murals. We also suspect this might be the gayborhood, based on the number of same-sex couples we saw making their way to brunch. One of my favorite ways to learn about a town is through its food, so whenever I can take a cooking class from a local, I seize the opportunity. Fortunately, Pura Vida Kitchen (@puravidakitchen) was able to accommodate us, and we were shocked to learn that our chef, Alicia, was originally from Brooklyn Heights. She had followed a boyfriend to SMA twenty years ago and has since made it her home. Chef Alicia was incredibly entertaining, hilarious, and knowledgeable as she guided us through the basics of Mexican salsas and introduced us to new ingredients like huitlacoche (Mexican corn fungus) and xoconostle (prickly pear). She was also so kind as to take us to a nearby grocery store to stock up on dried chili peppers and tortillas for her tasty chicken tinga tacos. She even gifted us with some raw brown sugar cones and dried hibiscus flowers, which are hard to find in the States, so we could make her mouthwatering margaritas. Don’t worry, we declared everything! As we were checking out at the grocery store, Scott whispered to me, ‘I think this is my favorite thing we’ve done.’ And I couldn’t agree more. If you make the trip down here, booking a class with Alicia is a must. Plus, she sent us off with her e-cookbook so we can bring these dishes back to Brooklyn.
Something to taco ‘bout 🌮 Today in San Miguel de Allende, it was all about food, starting the morning with my favorite Mexican pastry, a concha from Cumpanio (@cumpaniomx). Our appetite for discovery then led us to the trendy neighborhood of Guadalupe, dubbed the Brooklyn of San Miguel. Unlike the centro historico, a UNESCO World Heritage site where building aesthetics are preserved, Guadalupe thrives with artistic freedom, with the artist residents turning many of their homes into a canvas for murals. We also suspect this might be the gayborhood, based on the number of same-sex couples we saw making their way to brunch. One of my favorite ways to learn about a town is through its food, so whenever I can take a cooking class from a local, I seize the opportunity. Fortunately, Pura Vida Kitchen (@puravidakitchen) was able to accommodate us, and we were shocked to learn that our chef, Alicia, was originally from Brooklyn Heights. She had followed a boyfriend to SMA twenty years ago and has since made it her home. Chef Alicia was incredibly entertaining, hilarious, and knowledgeable as she guided us through the basics of Mexican salsas and introduced us to new ingredients like huitlacoche (Mexican corn fungus) and xoconostle (prickly pear). She was also so kind as to take us to a nearby grocery store to stock up on dried chili peppers and tortillas for her tasty chicken tinga tacos. She even gifted us with some raw brown sugar cones and dried hibiscus flowers, which are hard to find in the States, so we could make her mouthwatering margaritas. Don’t worry, we declared everything! As we were checking out at the grocery store, Scott whispered to me, ‘I think this is my favorite thing we’ve done.’ And I couldn’t agree more. If you make the trip down here, booking a class with Alicia is a must. Plus, she sent us off with her e-cookbook so we can bring these dishes back to Brooklyn.
Something to taco ‘bout 🌮 Today in San Miguel de Allende, it was all about food, starting the morning with my favorite Mexican pastry, a concha from Cumpanio (@cumpaniomx). Our appetite for discovery then led us to the trendy neighborhood of Guadalupe, dubbed the Brooklyn of San Miguel. Unlike the centro historico, a UNESCO World Heritage site where building aesthetics are preserved, Guadalupe thrives with artistic freedom, with the artist residents turning many of their homes into a canvas for murals. We also suspect this might be the gayborhood, based on the number of same-sex couples we saw making their way to brunch. One of my favorite ways to learn about a town is through its food, so whenever I can take a cooking class from a local, I seize the opportunity. Fortunately, Pura Vida Kitchen (@puravidakitchen) was able to accommodate us, and we were shocked to learn that our chef, Alicia, was originally from Brooklyn Heights. She had followed a boyfriend to SMA twenty years ago and has since made it her home. Chef Alicia was incredibly entertaining, hilarious, and knowledgeable as she guided us through the basics of Mexican salsas and introduced us to new ingredients like huitlacoche (Mexican corn fungus) and xoconostle (prickly pear). She was also so kind as to take us to a nearby grocery store to stock up on dried chili peppers and tortillas for her tasty chicken tinga tacos. She even gifted us with some raw brown sugar cones and dried hibiscus flowers, which are hard to find in the States, so we could make her mouthwatering margaritas. Don’t worry, we declared everything! As we were checking out at the grocery store, Scott whispered to me, ‘I think this is my favorite thing we’ve done.’ And I couldn’t agree more. If you make the trip down here, booking a class with Alicia is a must. Plus, she sent us off with her e-cookbook so we can bring these dishes back to Brooklyn.
Something to taco ‘bout 🌮 Today in San Miguel de Allende, it was all about food, starting the morning with my favorite Mexican pastry, a concha from Cumpanio (@cumpaniomx). Our appetite for discovery then led us to the trendy neighborhood of Guadalupe, dubbed the Brooklyn of San Miguel. Unlike the centro historico, a UNESCO World Heritage site where building aesthetics are preserved, Guadalupe thrives with artistic freedom, with the artist residents turning many of their homes into a canvas for murals. We also suspect this might be the gayborhood, based on the number of same-sex couples we saw making their way to brunch. One of my favorite ways to learn about a town is through its food, so whenever I can take a cooking class from a local, I seize the opportunity. Fortunately, Pura Vida Kitchen (@puravidakitchen) was able to accommodate us, and we were shocked to learn that our chef, Alicia, was originally from Brooklyn Heights. She had followed a boyfriend to SMA twenty years ago and has since made it her home. Chef Alicia was incredibly entertaining, hilarious, and knowledgeable as she guided us through the basics of Mexican salsas and introduced us to new ingredients like huitlacoche (Mexican corn fungus) and xoconostle (prickly pear). She was also so kind as to take us to a nearby grocery store to stock up on dried chili peppers and tortillas for her tasty chicken tinga tacos. She even gifted us with some raw brown sugar cones and dried hibiscus flowers, which are hard to find in the States, so we could make her mouthwatering margaritas. Don’t worry, we declared everything! As we were checking out at the grocery store, Scott whispered to me, ‘I think this is my favorite thing we’ve done.’ And I couldn’t agree more. If you make the trip down here, booking a class with Alicia is a must. Plus, she sent us off with her e-cookbook so we can bring these dishes back to Brooklyn.
