The Yucatecan gastronomy boasts unmistakable flavors, a perfect blend of indigenous and european ingredients. This culinary tradition has been recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO since 2013.
In order to further position Yucatecan cuisine as one of the best in the world, last November, Merida served as the meeting point for chefs, experts, journalists, and food enthusiasts from all five continents at a renowned international award ceremony.
Keep reading to learn more about Merida, a city that has everything to become the new culinary capital of Mexico.
An unparalleled gastronomy
Yucatan is home to one of the New Seven Wonders of the Modern World and possesses one of the most valuable gastronomic cultures in Mexico. For this reason, it is a destination that captures the attention of the entire world, with food enthusiasts considering Yucatan a must-visit.
Due to the use of native ingredients in its dishes and the preservation of pre-Hispanic culinary techniques, Yucatecan gastronomy is unparalleled. Iconic dishes such as cochinita pibil, sopa de lima, panuchos, papadzules, and poc chuc, to name a few, grace any Mexican menu, both within and outside the country.
The Best Chef Awards 2023
In 2018, the capital of Yucatan was recognized as a 'Creative City,' an accolade bestowed by UNESCO to cities with a significant cultural contribution globally. In the case of Merida, it was the diversity of its gastronomy that earned it this important recognition. Undoubtedly, it was the ideal city for the celebration of the seventh edition of The Best Chef Awards 2023!, a prestigious event that, for the first time, took place outside of Europe.
Madrid, Amsterdam, Barcelona, and Milan are the cities where this grand event has been held, and on the past days of November 18, 19, and 20, Merida, Yucatan was the venue for various activities such as talks, debates, and cooking shows centered around the theme: 'Origins and Future,' featuring the participation of the best chefs from around the world.
Merida, a city of international significance
Events like The Best Chef Awards 2023 continue to position Yucatan, and specifically Merida, its capital, as a major gastronomic powerhouse on the international stage. Merida's cuisine is among the most renowned in Mexico, attracting visitors each year seeking to savor the authentic flavors of Yucatecan gastronomy.
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