The market kickoff
Its beginnings date back to 1895, when a group of people traded in the tram pass that is now known as Azcapotzaco. Later in 1957 it was inaugurated by Regente Ernesto Uruchurtu.
Mercado Martinez de la Torre (2021) by Adrián de Ita, Alejandro RodríguezAlcaldía Cuauhtémoc
There is a record that trade has been carried out in that area since 1895. The Revolution and the rail crisis led the market to be created in order to have access to products in a fixed and safe way.
The freshness of the fruit and vegetables is an invaluable feature of this market.
Mercado Martinez de la Torre (2021) by Adrián de Ita, Alejandro RodríguezAlcaldía Cuauhtémoc
Mercado Martinez de la Torre (2021) by Adrián de Ita, Alejandro RodríguezAlcaldía Cuauhtémoc
The diversity of gastronomy and products from this place has made it a reference point of Mexico City. All this added up to the quality and price of the basket of essentials offered here.
Mercado Martinez de la Torre (2021) by Adrián de Ita, Alejandro RodríguezAlcaldía Cuauhtémoc
Mercado Martinez de la Torre (2021) by Adrián de Ita, Alejandro RodríguezAlcaldía Cuauhtémoc
The basket of essentials at a low price
Good, fresh and cheap. This is the Mercado Martínez de la Torre. Perfect for those who want to find high quality products and a great service from all the vendors.
Mercado Martinez de la Torre (2021) by Adrián de Ita, Alejandro RodríguezAlcaldía Cuauhtémoc
Stories from the market
Cruz Pérez Mora has carried his family forward thanks to his local market. He is a very grateful and proud person to belong to the essence of this great place.
Mercado Martinez de la Torre (2021) by Adrián de Ita, Alejandro RodríguezAlcaldía Cuauhtémoc
"30 years ago I came here to work selling pure tepache (pineapple drink), but thankfully I started selling sweets when I bought another store. Since sweets are very extensive I had to cover both stores. Actually what I like to sell a lot is the tepache (pineapple drink)."
It's also about food
As a good varied market, the food area at Martinez de la Torre is extensive and varied. Traditional Mexican dishes and antojitos (street food) can be enjoyed with the pure flavor of Mexico City.
Mercado Martinez de la Torre (2021) by Adrián de Ita, Alejandro RodríguezAlcaldía Cuauhtémoc
Mercado Martinez de la Torre (2021) by Adrián de Ita, Alejandro RodríguezAlcaldía Cuauhtémoc
In this supply center there are many local traditions, usually very busy and that makes it one of the most important markets in the area that cannot be missed.
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