Belau recommends people visit Oaxaca City in the state of Oaxaca if they are planning a trip to Mexico. "Oaxaca City has an excellent year-round climate, it's chock full of art and culture as well as some of the most talented artisans in all of Mexico," she tells Parade. "The colorful colonial buildings in Centro (downtown) are stunning and well preserved too."Oaxaca City is also a great spot for those foodies as the gastronomy culture is rich with complexity partly because of the 19+ ethnic groups that make up Oaxacan culture.Related: 7 Best Travel Outfits for Women, According to Celebrity Stylists
Belau's 3 Best-Kept Secrets About This Location
2. Take a cooking class
Since Oaxaca City is a foodie destination, Belau recommends signing up for a cooking class to learn how to cook like the locals. "Take a cooking class and learn how to make a blue corn tortilla from scratch," she says. "And don’t be afraid to try chapulines as they are crunchy and a bit spicy."
If you're looking for delicious restaurants to try on your trip to Oaxaca City, then Belau has two favorites she recommends to first time travelers and return visitors. "Everyone should go to Casa Oaxaca," she says. "Most of the seating is open air on the rooftop looking towards the cathedral. Your meal begins with a homemade Tlayuda (flat crispy tortilla) and a salsa made table-side. The menu changes seasonally, but they’ll usually have a mole as well as other dishes presented with a great sense of beauty and color."Another favorite for Belau is Teocintle, a small restaurant just east of Centro. "They feature a tasting menu of highly elevated cuisine that is modern in execution but rooted in traditional Oaxacan ingredients," she explains.
Belau's Top 2 Travel Tips
1. Visit during the winter months
2. Stay at a boutique hotel
Although there's no shortage of Airbnbs in the area, Belau says you really can't go wrong with a boutique hotel for your visit.Pug Seal is located in the city center and has touches of Mexican culture throughout the property that bring it to life. Plus, breakfast, snacks, and soft drinks are included which is an added benefit.Another great pick is the Otro which is located directly across the street from the Church of Santo Domingo de Guzman. The 16 guest rooms have elevated, highly conceptualized interiors and beautiful views making them a top choice for visitors.
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