Mercado San Juan Ernesto Pugibet (2021) by Adrián de Ita, Alejandro RodríguezAlcaldía Cuauhtémoc
A diverse and exotic market
If something characterizes the mercado San Juan Ernesto Pugibet, it is, without doubt, the variety of products that can be found.
Mercado San Juan Ernesto Pugibet (2021) by Adrián de Ita, Alejandro RodríguezAlcaldía Cuauhtémoc
The sound of the aisles
Mercado San Juan Ernesto Pugibet (2021) by Adrián de Ita, Alejandro RodríguezAlcaldía Cuauhtémoc
From the basics
To the exotic
Mercado San Juan Ernesto Pugibet (2021) by Adrián de Ita, Alejandro RodríguezAlcaldía Cuauhtémoc
This market is known for its exotic products, variety of cheeses and fish. It is also recognized worldwide for its wide variety. Among the most exotic meats are the crocodile meat, wild boar and buffalo.
The great variety of cheeses and meats is remarkable and is something that can be appreciated right from your first step in the market. You can find everything you need here, from any part of region of the country.
Mercado San Juan Ernesto Pugibet (2021) by Adrián de Ita, Alejandro RodríguezAlcaldía Cuauhtémoc
Jesús Martínez Arce has been working at the market for 47 years but the family business has been there for more than 107 years, making it the third generation to work there.
Mercado San Juan Ernesto Pugibet (2021) by Adrián de Ita, Alejandro RodríguezAlcaldía Cuauhtémoc
Mercado San Juan Ernesto Pugibet (2021) by Adrián de Ita, Alejandro RodríguezAlcaldía Cuauhtémoc
From a basket-maker to a job of his own, all this has been over 60 years ago.
Mercado San Juan Ernesto Pugibet (2021) by Adrián de Ita, Alejandro RodríguezAlcaldía Cuauhtémoc
Fish, egg, cheese, everything is of the best possible quality. Not only is it eaten in Mexican homes but it is also what restaurants buy for their menus.
Mercado San Juan Ernesto Pugibet (2021) by Adrián de Ita, Alejandro RodríguezAlcaldía Cuauhtémoc
Pre-Hispanic food can also be found at the mercado San Juan Ernesto Pugibet. Scorpions, hormiga chicatana (chicatana ant), gusanos de maguey (agave worms) and many more. An exotic pre-Hispanic cuisine.
Mercado San Juan Ernesto Pugibet (2021) by Adrián de Ita, Alejandro RodríguezAlcaldía Cuauhtémoc
It doesn't matter if it's savory or sweet—it's for your stomach.
Mercado San Juan Ernesto Pugibet (2021) by Adrián de Ita, Alejandro RodríguezAlcaldía Cuauhtémoc
The great variety makes the difference
If you are looking to cook new and exotic dishes, the mercado San Juan Ernesto Pugibet is your destination. Just walk through the aisles and the stores to have loads of products within easy reach.
You are all set!
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