Elise Bronzo, courtesy Indagare
Join chef and hospitality entrepreneur Ryan Hardy on a journey to experience the dynamic cuisine and rich heritage of Mexico City. From a food-focused tour highlighting the top taco joints and restaurants to a morning foraging for edible mushrooms in the forest, Ryan will showcase Mexico City’s ever-evolving culinary scene. Learn about Mexico’s vibrant history and culture through a private after-hours visit of the National Anthropology Museum, as well as expert-guided tours of Centro Historico and Frida Kahlo’s house, and familiarize yourself with the legendary work of architect Luis Barragán at Casa Pedregal.
In the words of chef Ryan Hardy, “The depth of flavor, traditions, colors and textures of the food are everything you want in great cuisine. Mexico City has amazing architecture, design, relevance and people. Plus tacos and tequila… what could be better?” Come along with him on this one-of-a-kind gastronomic journey.
Trip Highlights
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Embark on a journey through Mexico City’s culinary scene, hosted by Charlie Bird’s Ryan Hardy and his wife, Agatha Capacchione. Ryan will showcase the city’s gastronomic heritage on a food-focused walking tour in Roma and Condesa to his favorite spots, a visit to the San Juan Pugibet Market followed by a hands-on cooking lesson in a private home and more. Plus, a festive farewell dinner at world-renowned Pujol.
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Discover the rich history, culture and design of Mexico City with private after-hours tours of the National Anthropology Museum and Frida Kahlo’s Casa Azul, as well as a visit to Luis Barragán’s Casa Pedregal.
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Head outside the city center for a mushroom foraging experience with expert Nanae Watabe. Following a hike in the forest scavenging for different kinds of edible fungi, enjoy a delicious picnic-style lunch freshly prepared on the spot.
Please note that elements of the itinerary are subject to change.
INDAGARE IMPACT At Indagare, we believe that travel can and should have a positive impact on the destinations we visit. We are proud to operate as a 100 percent carbon-neutral company, and you can rest assured that the unavoidable emissions from your trip have been offset through trustworthy carbon projects. And through the Indagare Impact Fund, we donate an additional percentage of our annual revenue to carefully vetted non-profits committed to helping preserve culture, heritage and the environment.
This
Journey's
Host
Ryan Hardy
Chef, Founder & CEO of the Delicious Hospitality Group
Ryan Hardy is the chef, founder and CEO of the Delicious Hospitality Group (DHG), a New York City-based group focused on designing thoughtful, approachable, cohesive culinary experiences. His first restaurant, Charlie Bird opened in June 2013, and became an instant classic, recognized as Restaurant of the Year by Eater. Two years later, Ryan opened Pasquale Jones, Neo-Neapolitan restaurant in Nolita. Pete Wells of The New York Times famously named the Clam Pizza at Pasquale Jones one of the Top 10 Dishes of 2016. In 2018, Ryan opened Legacy Records restaurant, Ada’s Place cocktail bar and Easy Victor Café in the Hudson Yards neighborhood. In 2022, Ryan grew his footprint in Nolita with Bar Pasquale, a Sicilian-inspired restaurant next door to Pasquale Jones. Ryan has also expanded his portfolio to include Silver Sands Motel in Greenport, Long Island. Ryan has been named a “Rising Star” by the James Beard Foundation, a “Top Chef ” by Esquire, a four-time finalist for “Best Chef, Southwest” by the James Beard Foundation and one of the “Most Sustainable Chefs in America” by Slow Food.
Journey Details
A Taste of Mexico City with Ryan Hardy
What's Included
- All accommodations as detailed in the itinerary. Indagare can arrange higher category accommodation upgrades, subject to availability.
- All meals and beverages, as detailed in the itinerary
- All guided touring, admission fees and activities, as detailed in the itinerary
- Scheduled group airport arrival and departure transfers with VIP assistance, as well as group transfers throughout to all included activities, in small luxury vehicles
- All gratuities
- Expert guides and drivers, including your host, Ryan Hardy, and the 24/7 support of Indagare’s partners on the ground
- The services of Indagare’s expert travel team to plan all trip details and international flights (costs not included)
- 24/7 access to Global Rescue emergency medical, security and evacuation services for the duration of the trip
- Carbon Neutrality: Offsetting 100 percent of unavoidable emissions through certified carbon projects
What's Excluded
- International air transportation to and from Mexico City
- Airport transfers outside of scheduled group arrivals and departures
- Optional activities and personal items and expenses
- Meals not specified and premium beverages other than those included in the meals
- Trip insurance (highly recommended—please let us know if you would like quotes).
- Custom trip-planning for add-on travel to destinations not included in the Journey is available; please inquire
- Liability for change in itinerary due to reasons beyond our control (such as flights, cancellations, natural phenomena)
More Inspiration
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