Introducing

Mariana's City Guide

To Mexico.

We asked committee member, founder and Mexico native, Mariana Herrera Frahm, to share her best tips for visiting Mexico. 

Favourite things about the city?

Such a fun and vibrant city. I love the food, the people and the Jacaranda trees.

Favourite place to stay?

Condesa DF.

VISIT.

Favourite places to eat?

CONTRAMAR

BOTÁNICO

LARDO

Favourite shops?

Sandra Weil for local fashion, Onora for traditional home objects and SUMA Galeria for artworks.

For a great view?

Lago/Algo for a lunch overlooking the lake and Torre Latinoamericana for overlooking Bellas Artes downtown.

Best place for drinks?

Cicatriz. Cozy, relaxed hangout offering brunch staples, sandwiches & salads, plus wine, cocktails & coffee.

VISIT.

Cultural spots?

Lago/Algo it's an amazing restaurant and an exhibition space. Also, Museo Jumex and Museo de Antropologia

LAGO ALGO

MUSEO JUMEX

MUSEO ANTROPOLOGIA

Best beach?

Puerto escondido.

THE ANA SET

JULIA MAILLOT

For activities with kids?

Papalote Museo del Niño, Chapultepec National Park, Inbursa Aquarium and Parque Lincoln on Saturdays.