Gastronomy of the Riviera Maya, one of the best in Mexico

In Mexico, there is a diversity of dishes that share the same ingredients: corn, beans, and of course, chili; however, when visiting the Riviera Maya, we recommend you broaden your gastronomic horizons and dare to try some of the delicacies that offer unique ingredients, techniques, and flavors in the world.

When you visit this region, do not hesitate to enjoy the iconic dishes of Mexican gastronomy such as tacos, pozole, and chilaquiles, but also do not miss the opportunity to taste the outstanding menu of the southeast zone of Mexico, below, we share with you just some of the flavors that you must taste when visiting Playa del Carmen and Tulum:

Cochinita Pibil. Perhaps the most famous dish of the peninsular region, consists of preparing a marinade of pork with achiote (a red spice) and then wrapping it in banana leaves and finally baking it in the ground, this cooking technique is known as "Pib" and is of Mayan origin, hence the name of the dish. The stew is accompanied by red onion and habanero chili sauce. You have to try the Cochinita Pibil tacos!

Lime soup. It is one of the oldest dishes, and today it is still very popular because of its splendid combination of spices and citrus. It consists of a broth base with crispy corn tortilla strips, chicken breast, tomato, onion, bell pepper, oregano, and lime juice, a healthy option whose combination of flavors is ideal to mitigate the heat of the Riviera Maya!

Fish in Tikin Xic. A seafood dish that mixes various ingredients typical of the peninsula; its name comes from the sauce with which the fish is marinated, a sauce with achiote, pepper, cloves, cumin, and salt. This stew has a very simple preparation, the achiote sauce is spread on a whole fish, it is decorated with onion rings and chili, placed on a bed of banana leaves, and then cooked over charcoal. A delicacy of the sea that you must try when you visit Playa del Carmen and Tulum!

In addition to these dishes, the gastronomy of this region has much more to offer, do not hesitate to try fruits such as pithaya, soursop, nance, and of course, coconut. A great variety of sweets and desserts are derived from these delicious fruits, we recommend you try the delicious sorbets, a refreshing water-based ice cream that highlights the natural flavors of the fruits.
 

Marvel at the flavors of Playa del Carmen and Tulum, and enjoy the best experience when staying at Happy Address apartments, where in addition to concierge services, personalized check-in and check-out, informative guide, welcome gift, and cleaning, you can count on the service of a private chef (at extra cost), who can prepare these or other delicious dishes.
 
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