Good greens are not easy to find in Mexico. However, if you happen to be in Oaxaca City on a Friday or Saturday you are in for a treat.
The guide books may mention El Pochote organic markets which do indeed exist – though their location is apparently variable so you will have to inquire as to where they are before you set out. There was not that much for fresh vegetables at the market, but you will find some tomatoes, avocadoes and greens. There was one woman selling whatever greens she happens to have for the week – and you might choose kale, lettuces, radishes and a few carrots from her if you are lucky.
There are quite a few little food stalls selling some beautiful snacks as well as one woman with a great collection of breads full of seeds and other good things. If you are craving healthy food, I highly recommend searching out this little market.
On the first Saturday that I was in Oaxaca City, I had an even better find for greens. At Casa de Las Bugambilias (Reforma 402) there was a little stand set up by a few folks who are extremely passionate about their greens. Kale, cavolo nero, mizuna, a variety of other lettuces and herbs. The greens were absolutely beautiful and obviously a lot of care has gone into producing them. If you can understand Spanish, the lady running the stall will tell you all about how to prepare each of them as well. At the time of writing this blog, these folks were there every Saturday morning and up until early to mid-afternoon.
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