The second annual Taco Festival in Playa del Carmen came to a close with a large turnout of diners, many of them tourists from the United States and Canada, as well as locals who enjoyed every dish throughout the day.
From Plaza 28 de Julio, the rich aromas of seasoned grilled meat, garlic, and tortillas filled the air, the stars of this final night of March.
Estefanía Hernández, Secretary of Investment Attraction and Economic Development for Playa del Carmen, reported that 50 local food vendors participated, including caterers and taco stands.
Artisans from “Hecho en Playa del Carmen” (Made in Playa del Carmen) were also present.
The Taco Festival in Playa del Carmen also featured artisans from “Hecho en Playa del Carmen,” who showcased products such as scented candles, crocheted decorations, paintings, and jewelry, among other items.
The official celebrated that this gastronomic festival serves as a gateway to the Holy Week season, as it attracts numerous tourists and generates significant economic benefits for local businesses.
“We are very happy today because we have a full house at ’28 de Julio’ trying tacos from all over Mexico,” she said.
Hernández reported that last year the festival generated 1.5 million pesos in sales, and they expect to reach the same goal this year.
She commented that diners were able to try different types of tacos: stewed tacos, basket tacos, grilled tacos, and versions so original they seemed impossible to eat.
The Taco Festival in Playa del Carmen featured Yucatán as the guest state. Among the most eye-catching offerings was the cochinita pibil prepared by Mari, originally from Veracruz, who adds Oaxaca cheese to her tacos, a detail that sparked great curiosity among the diners.
It is worth noting that for several of the participants it was the first time they took part in this gastronomic event, and they put their best seasoning into some tacos that, for the most part, did not exceed 30 pesos.
Source: newsdaycaribe
