July 14, 2012

It was nice to sleep in a little longer today. Like a typical Saturday back at home I did laundry, cleaned, and organized my room. I actually have to go to the laundromat, where they actually do your laundry for you (except interior clothes) and you pick it up later in the day, nicely folded! Of course, Mago, never let's me leave the house without having my breakfast so I ate and I stayed chatting with her for awhile. Afterwards, I went to walk around Puebla again, which is something I never get tired of because the town is so beautiful. Today, I felt like I was at the "Taste of Chicago," except it was more like the "Taste of Puebla." On the streets they had food and store stands. It smelled delicious and was very was entertaining because they had music playing and entertainers. Also, I finally went to a well known, recommended restaurant that sells a traditional dish of Puebla, chiles en nogadas! It was well worth it! Right now, after many hours of walking, I just plan to relax for the rest of the night. 

Breakfast

I ate two of these-chalupa with salsa, cheese and scrambled eggs!

After almost being here for five weeks, I'm use to having my huge plate of fruit. 

I'm going to miss this.

I was out a little early, but they were setting up for the day. 

Making tortitas de nata

Huge cazuelas filled with mole

They were setting up a lot of little carnival attractions for the kids.

I still want to buy more!

Mini "Taste of Puebla"

El Mural de los Poblanos Restaurant

If you ever visit Puebla, I recommend this place!

Very nice restaurant and great service!

A traditional chile en nogada, which originated in Puebla. It is tied to the independence of Mexico as you can see the three colors of the Mexican flag are represented. It consists of poblano chiles filled with picadillo. This usually has shredded meat, fruits, spices and aromatics. It is topped with a walnut-based cream sauce (nogada) and pomegranate seeds. A very unique and delicious dish! It's only available from the July until September.

They convinced me on the dessert. This is pan de elote, or cornbread! Very warm and tasty and topped with rompope!