Gastronomic Festivals in Mexico 2024

Gastronomic Festivals in Mexico 2024

This year 2024 is a great year to visit Mexico, because it will host several gastronomic festivals where you can enjoy its culture, different delicacies, drinks and an excellent atmosphere, because as it is known, Mexico specializes in good parties, good drinks and excellent entertainment.

In March, the Beer Festival will be held in Ensenada, Baja California on March 22 and 23, starting at 1:00 p.m. Admission is free, depending on the day you want to attend. There will be 85 local, national and international breweries, 7 music stages and 30 restaurants. During this festival, you will not only be able to taste a wide variety of beers, but you will also be able to participate in conferences, workshops and activities related to the production of this elixir of the gods. The main event is the Pacific Beer Cup, where 70 national and international judges will evaluate and award the best participating beers and breweries.

February has a lot to offer in terms of events and workshops. Mexican gastronomy and raw materials will be in the spotlight. The main venue for these festivals will be in Mexico City, where on February 17 there will be an intensive specialization session to discover Mexico through its wines. This session will be given by the Mexican School of Sommeliers in collaboration with the Mexican Wine Council; the theoretical agenda will include 25 labels in tasting. On February 24, there will be a workshop dedicated to making handmade chocolate from cacao beans. It will cover topics such as the benefits of cacao, its harvest, the process to turn it into chocolate, among others. Are you ready to immerse yourself in the history of cocoa in a workshop full of information and delicious desserts? Mexico City also celebrates the Festival of Tortas, there is nothing more “chilango” than putting any dish in a bolillo, the sky’s the limit. In this event, 5 chefs will let their imaginations fly to create the most special tortas for any occasion. Cervecería Allende will be responsible for the wine pairing. The festival ends on February 29th. Are you ready to choose your favorite?

From February 8th to May 5th, renowned chef Alberto Ferruz and his team will temporarily arrive in Oaxaca as part of the Michelin Chef Meets Mexico itinerary. The main objective of his visit is to fuse the essence of the Mediterranean with local products. The event will be held at the Hotel & Luxury Residence Casa Bonita. Catalina 102, San Felipe del Agua, Oaxaca and tickets can be purchased at hotelcasabonita.com.

In conclusion, the year 2024 promises to be an unforgettable culinary experience in Mexico, with events that highlight the diversity of flavors, textures and gastronomic traditions of the country. So, if you are a lover of good food, culinary events and exploring new flavors, now is the perfect time to plan your visit to Mexico. Immerse yourself in the richness of Mexican culture and let yourself be carried away by a culinary adventure that is sure to leave a mark on your palate.