Puebla, Querétaro and State of Mexico: their best food stalls

Chileatoles, chamorros, and barbacha. Throughout the country, we love to eat well and share our favorites. Therefore, in this edition of corner gems, we will explore three must-visit stops in Puebla, Querétaro, and the State of Mexico. Chileatole from El Carmen, Puebla Chileatole is a dish made from corn, with chili and seasoned with epazote and lime. It is generally prepared over charcoal and served in clay dishes. It is a simple and comforting dish for the cool weather in Puebla. For Luis Serdio, a chef originally from Puebla in charge of Corazón de Pollo in Mexico City, chileatole is his favorite. When talking about this typical Mexican dish, he thinks of his childhood and the rainy summer days or cold winter nights: “I remember those nights when I had my spicy atole and the charcoal smell from the comales of Chileatole El Carmen, that little neighborhood where the best poblano chileatole is, which I have visited since I can remember.” Here, in addition to chileatole, you will find molotes and delicious esquites. Av 16 de Septiembre 1305, Colonia del Carmen.Tacos Don Chamorro, QuerétaroFor Mariano Torre, grill master and chef in charge of Pazcuala House, the must-try in Querétaro is Tacos Don Chamorro. They are located inside the Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez market La Cruz, in the food area, and it's a place you need to arrive at early because the tacos sell out quickly. Their demand is generally high, but they stand out for their impeccable, fast, and attentive service. “The chamorro melts in your mouth, and its flavor is impeccable! If you order them as tacos, you will be amazed at how generously they serve you. Accompany them with their pickled chilies and guacamole made with avocado, thyme, epazote, lard, and salt.” Address: Garibaldi 73, Col. Centro Querétaro, Qro.The Taco Plaza, State of MexicoThe Taco Plaza in the State of Mexico has many stalls that boast of having the best barbecue in the county. Perhaps they are all right. But one stall, in particular, stole the heart of the gastronomic content director Alina Hernández. “At first, what caught my attention was that of all the stalls, it was the only one that had guacamole in abundance. I chose it, and now it’s my weekend favorite. Their barbecue is tender, freshly pulled from the pit. The tacos are well-served on blue corn tortillas, and pairing them with their guacamole - which isn't very spicy - is a luxury because everything tastes better with avocado.”Address: Avenida Juan Flores y Casas, Juchitepec de Mariano Rivapalacio, State of Mexico.