Before You Go
Netflix
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Roma - Set in the Roma neighborhood of Mexico City in 1970. Nominated for numerous academy awards in 2018 including Best Picture. Chef's Table (Season 2 Episode 4: Enrique Olvera) - Owner and head chef of Pujol, a Mexican haute cuisine restaurant in Mexico City, which is currently ranked 12th in the world. Warning, this might inspire you to make a reservation! Somebody Feed Phil (Season 1, Episode 6) - Phil Rosenthal tries tortilla making and tacos al pastor in Mexico City. Made In Mexico - A cringe-y reality show about "Mexico City socialites" (obviously Sofia's pick...) Taco Chronicles (Season 1, Episode 1) - This show will have you craving tacos al pastor! Whenever we visit Mexico, Christian only wants to have tacos for breakfast, lunch, and dinner (not exaggerating).
hbo max
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Frida - a must-watch before you visit Casa Azul! Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown (Season 3, Episode 4) - Anthony travels to Mexico City, Oaxaca, and Cuernavaca to, to talk with local residents who express their passion through food.
YouTube
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Animated History of Mexico City - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q4kF0lRzGnI Mexico City, things to do - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tUncdDeJINA Walking tour of La Condesa and Roma (the areas we will be frequenting!) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bUXKtGg-y4I