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International Restaurants in Playa del Carmen

Playa del Carmen has a very good of international gastronomy in the center of the city. If you would like to broaden your tastes beyond tacos, ceviche, tostadas and guacamole, consider a visit to the following international restaurants, all located in the downtown area. Playa is a cosmopolitan city and here are some suggestions from […]

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Mexican Christmas Food

It’s the Christmas season and between visiting relatives and exchanging gifts is food. Here in Mexico food and drink is an important part of the festivities, so in today’s blog we’ve put together a list together of some of the most popular dishes and beverages commonly consumed at this time of year. If you are […]

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La Perla Pixan Cuisine and Mezcal Store

Are you looking for a unique place to dine in Playa del Carmen that serves a menu of traditional food that goes well beyond the norm of what you might expect in a Mexican restaurant? In today’s we will introduce you to La Perla Pixan, located in downtown Playa del Carmen. La Perla Pixan is […]

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Avocados: The Super Fruit

Today we are going to talk about one of Mexico’s most famous foods: the avocado. The country has an abundance of these fresh, ripe, super fruits, and while prices for this in-demand export can be quite high, here in Mexico you can enjoy them quite cheaply. This nutrient-dense food contains nearly 20 vitamins and minerals […]

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Pozole

Today’s blog is about a traditional Mexican soup called pozole (pronounded po-zo-lay) which has its origins in pre-Columbian Mexico. The indigenous tribes of Mesoamérica, including the Aztecs, have been making it for thousands of years, so it is a big part of Mexican culture and can be found almost anywhere in the Riviera Maya. During […]

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Festival Sabor, Authentic Riviera Maya Cuisine, Oct 10-14

Today we are going to tell you about a very special festival that will be taking place this week in the Riviera Maya. If you want to discover the uniqueness of the Mexican ancestral kitchen of the Yucatan Peninsula then this is your opportunity to do so. Festival Sabor will be hosting dinners in fascinating […]

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New Healthy Places to Eat in Playa del Carmen

There is always a new restaurant opening in the Riviera Maya, and today we are going to tell you about three new places to visit in Playa del Carmen, which opened recently.  Carlota Calle 16 between 1st y 5th…FB/Carlota Home Bakery 7am- 10pm, This place is located very close to the beach and they offer […]

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4 Types of Local Yucatan Cuisine

Here are 4 examples of unique food that you will encounter in the Yucatan Peninsula during your stay with Gate48. If you go to any authentic eateries or decide to do a day trip further inland you are sure to find several if not all of these dishes. Pibil is one the Yucatán’s most famous […]

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3XL Burger in Playa del Carmen

Playa del Carmen has a great burger place located downtown across from the Walmart on 30th avenue. It’s called 3XL Burger, and is the place to go if you are hungering for a great, well-made fresh hamburger. 3XL has a choice of burgers: Muu (beef), Puerco (pork), or Pollo (chicken), which you can buy individually […]

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El Merkadito Restaurant in Puerto Morelos

Puerto Morelos has many great places to eat, and today we are going to tell you about one of our favorites: El Merkadito restaurant. El Merkadito is located on the beach of Puerto Morelos, and has openings on three sides. The deck offers fantastic views of the Caribbean Sea no matter where you’re sitting. Occasionally […]

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