Colonia Juarez

Welcome to Colonia Juarez, a neighborhood that arguably stands as the ultimate come back kid of Mexico City. As we begin our exploration of these deeply shaded, cosmopolitan streets, it is essential to understand the profound…

As we walk along these tree lined avenues, the architectural legacy of the late nineteenth century commands our attention. Look closely at the facades of the surviving mansions. …

We now step away from the grand avenues and turn our attention to the narrower, more intimate spaces of the neighborhood. Notice the alleyways and private courtyards that dissect the larger city blocks. …

As we continue our walk, you will begin to notice a distinct shift in the visual and linguistic landscape. The Spanish signage on the storefronts is suddenly interspersed with the angular, geometric characters of the Korean…

Our route now brings us into the energetic epicenter known as Zona Rosa, or the Pink Zone. If the rest of Colonia Juarez is defined by its historic rehabilitation and quiet cafes, Zona Rosa is characterized by its unapologetic…

We pause our historical reflections to engage with the neighborhood's most celebrated contemporary export: its revolutionary culinary scene. We find ourselves standing before Amaya, a restaurant that perfectly embodies the…

Our exploration of the neighborhood's gastronomic depth continues as we encounter two establishments that treat ancient ingredients with profound intellectual respect: La Rifa and Masala y Maiz. These are not standard eateries;…

As darkness begins to settle over the tree canopy of Colonia Juarez, a different, more secretive aspect of the neighborhood awakens. We are stepping into the realm of the modern speakeasy. …

As our exploration of Colonia Juarez comes to an end, it is worth pausing to synthesize the vast array of experiences this neighborhood offers. We have walked the same pavements once trod by the Porfirian elite, navigated the…