With distinct cuisines and traditions dating back over 10,000 years, Mexico’s food culture is among the world’s richest and most varied — and perhaps no regional Mexican cuisine is as celebrated internationally as Oaxaca’s. Considered by some to be the culinary heart of Mexico, Oaxaca draws millions of tourists each year and is today the most widely represented regional offering in the Portland area.
Oaxaca’s long coastline, rugged mountains, fertile valleys, and indigenous communities have produced a vibrant, nuanced cuisine featuring complex moles, crisp tlayudas, and smoky mezcals. Below, find a guide to some of the quintessential dishes of this powerhouse culinary region, and where to find them within
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