Oaxaca:
Where can you find mescal, BBQ grasshoppers, tropical fruits, turkeys, cheeses and local crafts? Oaxaca, Mexico hosts a variety of authentic markets that draws locals and tourists alike. On Saturdays, try the open-aired market of Tlacolula and purchase farm fresh animals and see the locals in authentic traditional dress. Also on Saturdays, watch the Trique Indian weavers make rugs and textiles for sale before picking out chocolates, jewelry, sandals, hammocks and more at Abastos Market. Sample the soft white cheeses rolled into balls called quesillo at the daily Benito Juarez Market, the oldest and arguably most popular market in Oaxaca. Here you will also find some of the best mole sauce, honey, and cacao beans around. Need to unwind after a long day of eating balls of cheese? Party seekers can check out the daily La Merced Market and pick up cheap mescal and tequila along with bulk quantities of chocolates and tortillas for your vacation bash
