Last month, I went to Mexico City with my very good friend (and perfect tour guide) Alejandra. The trip was very last minute. I booked my ticket the night before left.
I arrived in Mexico City on Thursday, April 29 at midnight. After freshening up in the airport bathroom, Alejandra and her wonderful friend James picked me up from the airport and we went straight to a beautiful club. The neighborhood reminded me of a mini-Vegas, filled with designer stores and water features. After the club we went to two different restaurants (Alejandra was very hungry) for traditional Mexican tacos. Sooo good!
Friday we slept until 11am (much needed after our 4am bedtime the night before). After a delicious soy latte from Starbucks (I know, I know), we headed for the pyramids. About one hour outside the city, the pyramids were the perfect afternoon activity. We walked throughout the historic area and even climbed to the very top.
Friday evening we went to Alejandra’s favorite restaurant for a glass of wine. We then met up with her parents, who treated us to the MOST AMAZING meal at a gorgeous seafood restaurant in the Hollywood area of Mexico City. The evening was absolutely perfect.
Saturday we traveled a few hours outside of the city to Alejandra’s friend Daniella’s wedding. Located in a charming, garden town, the setting was gorgeous. We ate amazing food and danced the night away.
Sunday we drove back to the city, met up with her parents and cousins, and dined at the largest restaurant in Mexico City. It seats over 3,000 people and serves delicious Mexican cuisine. Sunday night, Alejandra and I walked back to her favorite restaurant where we chatted the night away.
I didn’t want the trip to end. From start to finish, it was absolutely amazing. The Mestas treated me like royalty. All of Alejandra’s friends were so welcoming and friendly. I could not imagine a better trip to one of my best friend’s home towns. I can’t wait to go back!
The pyramids
Amazing
Yes, we climbed that
Reaching the top
The outskirts of Mexico City
Alejandra’s (and my) favorite restaurant in Mexico
The Mestas
The most AMAZING dinner
The Alejandras me (Ale’s mom is Alejandra too)
Our made-up Chinatown
The gorgeous bride and groom
The ceremony
Tequila shots (served in cucumber shot glasses immediately following the ceremony)
Alejandra’s friend James – probably the nicest guy in Mexico (taken during the first dance)
Getting ready for a very fun night
A Mexican tradition – pouring tequila into all the single girl’s mouths before the bouquet toss
Alejandra and Fanni having way too much fun
Alejandra and Daniella
The end of a great evening
The largest restaurant in Mexico City
Fried pork skin – my dad would be in love
Yes – it has a playground…
Alejandra with her awesome cousins Sophia and Catalina
The Mestas – Alberto and Alejandra
The restaurant also has a bull fighting ring
Catalina and Alejandra at this super cute market
The market
A side street at the really cute market
Martinis at our favorite restaurant – they literally bring all the ingredients to the table to make cocktails
Our last wonderful evening in Mexico
We went to the same restaurant in Cancun….It was beyond delicioius! So glad to see the update….finally. Talk to you soon
Looks like you two had a blast! It’s the side of Alejandra we only get to see when she puts on her luchador mask.
Jajajajaja!!!! Love it!!!… and very true
Hi Friend!!! It was amazing to have you there! I loved showing you around and showing you all my favorite places and friends. THIS IS MY FAVORITE BLOG!!! I already read it twice!!!
Love you!
Alejandra
Also, forgot to say, I think that Martini night was one of my favorites!