Mexico City is chaotic, bustling and always on the move. It’s a culinary meeting point for chefs from all over the country, where cooking –and eating– is an integral part of the way of life. In this book, Edson Díaz-Fuentes accompanies us through a whirlwind of culinary milestones: sweet and spicy breakfasts, street food, snacks for lunch, and main dishes to share with family and friends. The more than 90 recipes in this book were created from the perspective of a Mexican who has lived outside of Mexico for more than 15 years.Edson Díaz-Fuentesworked in the kitchen of Alejandro Ruiz at Casa Oaxaca where he learned about the diversity of Mexican ingredients and their slow cooking techniques.Prefacio 7Introducció n 11Un crisol culinario 19Los pilares de la cocina mexicana 27BASES 41MARINADOS, ADOBOS Y SALSAS 75AL DESPERTAR 101DESAYUNO 117COMIDA 141ANTOJITOS 173BEBIDAS 197CENA 205Glosario 246Í ndice 248Acerca del autor 253Agradecimientos 255With this book you will not only learn about Mexican gastronomic culture but you will also become an expert preparing some of its most typical dishes such as Tacos or Tortilla Soup to enjoy all the flavors of Mexico City from your home.