It's always a joy for me to see Mexico through the eyes of foreigners. It´s such a refreshing experience and we get to learn more about our own culture by seeing how other people experience it. Thank you.
No there are no vendors in the Zocalo, even during the day. They were pushed out of that area quite a few years ago. The centro is still being regulated pretty heavily with Covid. I haven't spent much time over there since I've been back, but am hoping to be able to get over there soon and show you guys what is happening there a bit more.
I really like your new "out and about" format! It is great to get views of different places around the city. On another note: is tianguis both the singular and plural? I assumed that if you were referring to one stand or table it would be called a tiangui. BTW - the equivalent to tianguis in Canada is the "farmers market" which pops up on the weekends in various locations around the city (but, alas, only until the end of October).
Thanks, glad you're enjoying the videos! I think the word is both singular and plural, I've never heard it said differently, but I could be wrong! It's very similar to a farmer's market, but there's even more on offer (at least compared to farmer's markets I've been to in the US).
The market of the central de abastos. It is the largest in the world and is open 24 hours. fits 180 supercent walmarts! It has a total area of 327 hectares and is the largest wholesale center in the world. It is followed in size by the International Market of Rungis, France, with 232 hectares, and the Merca Madrid with 176 hectares. Si ciudad de mexico tiene las mejores frutas de todo el pais.
I love your channel so much! It’s been such a joy to watch over the last year that I’ve been subscribed. I’m sure it will really grow even more if you do more out-and-about videos. 😀 Last night I was searching through your videos looking for one where you discuss and characterize all the best neighborhoods in CDMX that you recommend for expats and I couldn’t find it (probably because I suck at searching). Anyway can you help me with that? Or if you haven’t already done it, that could be a super-helpful video topic. We may - *may* - be moving to Mexico next year (we’re early retired) and we’ve been trying to pick a city to start out in. Likely it will be the Chapala area just because our Spanish is so-far terrible. But, we are studying hard and are aiming for fluency. Lifestyle-wise our ideal landing spot would be in a place that has a great safe place for us to walk and ride our bikes daily and Bosque de Chapultepec seems so incredibly wonderful for that. Also, we strive to eat a whole-food plant-based diet (for health) and your video today really touched an important life-value for us: amazing fresh produce markets!! But, I’m not sure if we’d be able to find a home with a teeny bit of yard (for our two little dogs) anywhere near a safe bike ride to Chapultepec.
I don't currently have a video about neighborhoods in CDMX, but I do have a blog post here: www.eternal-expat.com/2016/08/17/best-neighborhoods-mexico-city/ As for a good neighborhood where you may be able to get some greenspace - there are a few neighborhoods that border Chapultepec including San Miguel Chapultepec, Lomas de Chapultepec (a more upscale neighborhood but very beautiful neighborhood), Escandon, Condesa, Polanco. These are all a short bike ride away from Chapultepec.
The first time I was in CDMX Mercado Merced blew my mind. They have everything. If they don't then you don't need it. However, my second visit to CDMX and to Merced on a Saturday no less it was overwhelming. Not the best day to go. I can't imagine now with social distancing how it would be.
It's SUCH a chaotic market. I love taking people there, but I don't head there usually just because it's so insanely large. Easier to navigate the local neighborhood markets for weekly shopping.
I miss the mercado de jamaica!! I went there for Valentine’s Day and got myself flowers 🤣 good memories there. I couldn’t go to Mercado Medellin so I am living vicariously through this video hahaha
Thanks, we would like to share this video with our worldwide network as we work to transition the economy to a more sustainable business model! , Cheers Mexico Eco.Com 'El Nuevho mehico!'
Maybe tianquiztli ? "The Pleiades were known to the Aztecs as Tianquiztli which means the "marketplace." Google doesnt do translations very well especially in historic contents anyway, maybe pronounced the same... Im use to the the markets in SE Asia. Once you get out of the CBD in a major city you will have markets, some very large and some just a single shop and owner. I tried to shop closest to the fields, so I know im getting very fresh produce, because that was where I purchase 80% or more of the food I eat. In considering Mexico for retirement I hope to find a small corner of Mexico that this is where most of the locals get their food.
Your videos have potential to be better. You need to stop recording yourself too much and talking way too much. The introductions can be cut to 3 minutes minimum and if you need to talk more you can do it as you walk around and show us around. People want to see what's in the markets when we view these type of videos. Take care!
Food in general isn't grown the same way here as it's grown in the US (or other countries that grow food like factories). GMOs are still illegal to grow here (for now) so produce, even though no "certified organic" is packed with flavor. However, there are tons of organic grocery stores cropping up around Mexico City - Green Corner, Culinaria, Origenes to name a few. Most large grocery stores in the city also have a small organic section.
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It's always a joy for me to see Mexico through the eyes of foreigners. It´s such a refreshing experience and we get to learn more about our own culture by seeing how other people experience it. Thank you.
your videos are mi todo, thank u
Thank you!
Thanks for taking us along to see the various markets...loved it!!
Thank you, so glad you enjoyed it!
Have y'all visited San Angel neighborhood? It is totally worth it.
I am here just learning more phrases from you
Thats awesome! Thank you for the video. How is it at night? Specially in the zocalo area? Is there vendors on the plazas?
No there are no vendors in the Zocalo, even during the day. They were pushed out of that area quite a few years ago. The centro is still being regulated pretty heavily with Covid. I haven't spent much time over there since I've been back, but am hoping to be able to get over there soon and show you guys what is happening there a bit more.
Eternal Expat that would be great thank you
Sorry gorge watching your vlog! Super super useful for my mexico trip, amazing work
Awesome! Glad you're finding them helpful!
Saludos de aguascalientes mexico
Mercado Medellin! Parque Pushkin! Thank you for bringing back these memories. We can't wait to return!
Glad you enjoyed revisiting them! Hope you can come back soon!
Super interesting video. Thanks!
Thank! Glad you enjoyed it!
Love it!!
So glad you enjoyed it!
Great video! The DF has to much to offer! Love it! 🇲🇽 🌮 ❤️
Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed it! It really has so much to offer!!
BTW have you tried the Soursop fruit?
Yes! They are some of my favorites! Especially in an agua fresca :)
@@laura-bronner Is that guanabana?
I really like your new "out and about" format! It is great to get views of different places around the city.
On another note: is tianguis both the singular and plural? I assumed that if you were referring to one stand or table it would be called a tiangui. BTW - the equivalent to tianguis in Canada is the "farmers market" which pops up on the weekends in various locations around the city (but, alas, only until the end of October).
Thanks, glad you're enjoying the videos! I think the word is both singular and plural, I've never heard it said differently, but I could be wrong! It's very similar to a farmer's market, but there's even more on offer (at least compared to farmer's markets I've been to in the US).
The market of the central de abastos. It is the largest in the world and is open 24 hours. fits 180 supercent walmarts! It has a total area of 327 hectares and is the largest wholesale center in the world. It is followed in size by the International Market of Rungis, France, with 232 hectares, and the Merca Madrid with 176 hectares.
Si ciudad de mexico tiene las mejores frutas de todo el pais.
I had no idea that it was the largest in the world! It's really a fascinating place truly like a city!
love the info, cant wait to check one out, 🤗🤗🤗
Hope you can check them out soon!
Leveling up on the thumbnail design!
Thanks! Trying to level up everything a little bit at a time!
I love your channel so much! It’s been such a joy to watch over the last year that I’ve been subscribed. I’m sure it will really grow even more if you do more out-and-about videos. 😀
Last night I was searching through your videos looking for one where you discuss and characterize all the best neighborhoods in CDMX that you recommend for expats and I couldn’t find it (probably because I suck at searching). Anyway can you help me with that? Or if you haven’t already done it, that could be a super-helpful video topic.
We may - *may* - be moving to Mexico next year (we’re early retired) and we’ve been trying to pick a city to start out in. Likely it will be the Chapala area just because our Spanish is so-far terrible. But, we are studying hard and are aiming for fluency. Lifestyle-wise our ideal landing spot would be in a place that has a great safe place for us to walk and ride our bikes daily and Bosque de Chapultepec seems so incredibly wonderful for that. Also, we strive to eat a whole-food plant-based diet (for health) and your video today really touched an important life-value for us: amazing fresh produce markets!! But, I’m not sure if we’d be able to find a home with a teeny bit of yard (for our two little dogs) anywhere near a safe bike ride to Chapultepec.
I don't currently have a video about neighborhoods in CDMX, but I do have a blog post here: www.eternal-expat.com/2016/08/17/best-neighborhoods-mexico-city/
As for a good neighborhood where you may be able to get some greenspace - there are a few neighborhoods that border Chapultepec including San Miguel Chapultepec, Lomas de Chapultepec (a more upscale neighborhood but very beautiful neighborhood), Escandon, Condesa, Polanco. These are all a short bike ride away from Chapultepec.
Eternal Expat Thanks...that’s encouraging and I appreciate the blog post link!
The first time I was in CDMX Mercado Merced blew my mind. They have everything. If they don't then you don't need it. However, my second visit to CDMX and to Merced on a Saturday no less it was overwhelming. Not the best day to go. I can't imagine now with social distancing how it would be.
It's SUCH a chaotic market. I love taking people there, but I don't head there usually just because it's so insanely large. Easier to navigate the local neighborhood markets for weekly shopping.
Mercado, Mercado sobre ruedas = Tianguis.
I miss the mercado de jamaica!! I went there for Valentine’s Day and got myself flowers 🤣 good memories there. I couldn’t go to Mercado Medellin so I am living vicariously through this video hahaha
Thanks, we would like to share this video with our worldwide network as we work to transition the economy to a more sustainable business model! , Cheers Mexico Eco.Com 'El Nuevho mehico!'
Maybe tianquiztli ? "The Pleiades were known to the Aztecs as Tianquiztli which means the "marketplace." Google doesnt do translations very well especially in historic contents anyway, maybe pronounced the same... Im use to the the markets in SE Asia. Once you get out of the CBD in a major city you will have markets, some very large and some just a single shop and owner. I tried to shop closest to the fields, so I know im getting very fresh produce, because that was where I purchase 80% or more of the food I eat. In considering Mexico for retirement I hope to find a small corner of Mexico that this is where most of the locals get their food.
Market Portales
Your videos have potential to be better. You need to stop recording yourself too much and talking way too much. The introductions can be cut to 3 minutes minimum and if you need to talk more you can do it as you walk around and show us around. People want to see what's in the markets when we view these type of videos.
Take care!
I like you:):)
Organic foods??
Food in general isn't grown the same way here as it's grown in the US (or other countries that grow food like factories). GMOs are still illegal to grow here (for now) so produce, even though no "certified organic" is packed with flavor. However, there are tons of organic grocery stores cropping up around Mexico City - Green Corner, Culinaria, Origenes to name a few. Most large grocery stores in the city also have a small organic section.
When you say pack with flavor you mean natural.? Hows the people compare to the US? Is it culture shock? Is the weed natural and raw?