Intellectual Events & Talks in Mexico City

Olafur Arnalds at Sala Nezahualcoyotl

Sun, 15 Nov 2026 at 14:00

Sala Nezahualcoyotl

Music

Ólafur Arnalds delivers a lush, atmospheric live set at Sala Nezahualcoyotl, weaving neoclassical piano with subtle electronics. The Mexico City venue offers an intimate concert-hall experience with warm lighting and immersive textures.

Terreno Baldío

Sun, 22 Nov 2026 · All day

Tanta Piedrita me Asfixia

Art

Terreno Baldío at Tanta Piedrita me Asfixxia in Mexico City presents contemporary art in a compact indoor gallery. The event on Nov 22, 2026 at 10:00 UTC invites visitors to explore bold installations and urban themes in an intimate space.

Origen del pastel de chocolate: de bebida a postre

Mon, 30 Nov 2026

Food

Spanish-language talk tracing who invented the chocolate cake and how the recipe began as a beverage. Part of the 2026 gastronomic agenda, this session in Mexico City explores culinary history and beverage-to-dessert origins.

Water charges at restaurants: is a glass free?

Mon, 30 Nov 2026

Food

A thought-provoking look at water service policies in restaurants, debating when a glass should be free and how charges vary across venues. This session, tied to the 2026 gastronomy agenda in Mexico City, reveals industry practices and what diners should expect.

Plant breeding vs. transgenic methods explained

Mon, 30 Nov 2026

Food

This session explains that plant breeding is not transgenic and clarifies the differences between methods. A concise, science-forward discussion in CDMX on crop improvement and its implications for gastronomy and food sustainability.

Michelin Guide Mexico 2026: Jalisco, Puebla y Yucatán added

Mon, 30 Nov 2026

Food

Michelin announces the 2026 Mexico guide expansion, adding Jalisco, Puebla and Yucatán to the list of inspected destinations. The event spotlights regional gastronomy, celebrates new stars, and previews dishes and venues that will shape Mexico’s dining scene in 2026.

Mundial 2026: Reduce food waste at matches

Mon, 30 Nov 2026

Food

A World Cup 2026 initiative promoting reduced food waste during matches, spotlighting gastronomy-focused events for 2026 in CDMX and urging fans and vendors to adopt sustainable dining practices.

Mónica Patiño & Frida Kahlo: Sazón de Recetas

Mon, 30 Nov 2026

Food

In Mexico City, renowned chef Mónica Patiño pairs with Frida Kahlo-inspired recipes to celebrate sazón through a guided tasting. The event blends regional flavors, storytelling, and a chef-led experience that invites adults and professionals to explore Mexican gastronomy.

Panel sobre el escándalo laboral en la alta cocina: Noma y Redzepi

Mon, 30 Nov 2026

Conference

Panel in Mexico City examining labor-abuse allegations in haute cuisine, centered on Noma and Redzepi. The discussion explores ethics, worker conditions, and accountability in prestigious kitchens, offering insights for industry professionals.

Primer ronqueo de cerdo en Ciudad de México

Mon, 30 Nov 2026

Food

Experience Mexico City's first pork ronqueo as culinary experts demonstrate traditional butchery cuts and explain the heritage behind this craft. Aimed at food lovers and professionals, the session sheds light on regional pork preparation techniques.

Why Some Chilies Are Hotter: The Science Behind Mexican Heat

Mon, 30 Nov 2026

Food

Explore why some chiles deliver more heat than others and the science behind Mexican spiciness. This engaging talk connects chemistry, genetics, and culture to the peppers that define Mexico's cuisine, offering tasty insights for food lovers and professionals in Mexico City.

Poesía culinaria: cebolla, pan y tomate

Mon, 30 Nov 2026

Food

A poetic evening exploring gastronomy through verse, featuring authors who push taste beyond the plate with poetry about onion, bread and tomato. In Mexico City, this gastronomic-literary event blends writing and cuisine for food lovers and poetry fans alike.

Observación de aves para la mejor zarzamora – degustación

Mon, 30 Nov 2026

Food

Join a science-inspired gastronomic adventure in Mexico City, where researchers reveal how bird-watching tips help pick the ripest blackberries. This outdoor tasting event blends natural observation with culinary curiosity, exploring fruits, flavors, and sustainable harvesting in a unique, city-center setting.

Dishes of Holy Week Worldwide

Mon, 30 Nov 2026

Food

Explore the dishes traditionally eaten during Holy Week around the world. This food-focused preview highlights regional classics from Latin America, Europe, and beyond, offering cultural context and taste ideas in Mexico City. A tasty, informative outing for food lovers and curious travelers.

Origins of pork in Mexico and its rising consumption

Mon, 30 Nov 2026

Food

Discover the journey of pork into Mexico and why its consumption matters today. A gastronomy-focused session tracing origins, regional influences, and evolving food culture as part of the 2026 agenda.

Chefs veracruzanos en Qatar: rutina y nostalgia por México

Mon, 30 Nov 2026

Food

Veracruz-born chefs in Qatar share their daily routines amid the Middle East conflict and reminisce about Mexico. This food-focused session blends storytelling with culinary insights, offering an intimate glimpse into diaspora cuisine and resilience.

Michelin Guide Mexico 2026 ceremony in Jalisco

Mon, 30 Nov 2026

Food

Explains why Jalisco will host the Michelin Guide Mexico 2026 ceremony, highlighting regional gastronomy and upcoming culinary trends. Aimed at chefs, critics, and food lovers, the piece frames the ceremony as a milestone for Mexico's vibrant dining scene.

Reto de salud y ahorro: comer con 80 pesos al día

Mon, 30 Nov 2026

Food

Join a budget-focused cooking workshop in Mexico City exploring healthy meals you can prepare for about 80 pesos a day. Learn practical recipes, cost-saving tips, and nutrition ideas designed to help you eat well without overspending.

Wine History Narratives: El Vino de Dios Launch

Mon, 30 Nov 2026

Food

Storytelling evening where Enrique Vega Vázquez introduces 'El Vino de Dios,' tracing the history of wine. A literary gastronomy event blending storytelling with wine themes, inviting attendees to explore wine's origins.

Menú de los Oscar: 60 kg de carne japonesa

Mon, 30 Nov 2026

Food

This feature spotlights an Oscar menu centerpiece: a dish that seduces royalty and uses 60 kilos of Japanese beef. The write-up evokes luxury and spectacle, framing the event as a glamorous high-end dining moment in Mexico City.

EL LLANTO DE LAS TORTUGAS

Sat, 5 Dec 2026 at 07:00

Cineteca Nacional

Film

Screening of EL LLANTO DE LAS TORTUGAS, a 65-minute Mexican feature by Jaime Villa Galindo, at Cineteca Nacional – ARCHIVO DIGITAL in CDMX. This intimate drama builds through quiet scenes and archival imagery to explore memory, resilience, and the passage of time, inviting attentive viewers into a contemplative cinematic experience.

CRÓNICAS DEL OTRO NORTE

Fri, 11 Dec 2026 at 07:00

Cineteca Nacional

Film

Screening of the Mexican documentary CRÓNICAS DEL OTRO NORTE (2024) by Miguel León. A 90-minute exploration of contemporary northern narratives, presented at Cineteca Nacional in Mexico City.

Raúl Zurita: Verás—El último proyecto & Poema inédito

Fri, 1 Jan 2027 · All day

Casa del Lago UNAM

Art

An exhibition at Casa del Lago UNAM presenting Raúl Zurita's Verás: El último proyecto alongside an unpublished poem, curated by Fernanda Dichi and María Píes. The installation blends poetry with visual art in a contemporary Latin American setting, open to the public for free.

Sound Connection: residency, workshop & performance

Fri, 1 Jan 2027 at 12:30

Casa del Lago UNAM

Art

Residency, workshop and live performance titled Sound Connection by Enrico Malatesta at Casa del Lago UNAM, exploring a fluid listening practice through air, water and matter. An interdisciplinary sound-art event blending creation, experimentation and a live performance within a historic campus venue.

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