Oaxaca with Alex Mortimer

When I’m not managing projects at Exceptional ALIEN, you’ll find me hunting down the best arroz de marisco or planning my next adventure. My recent Mexico trip had me trading tiles for pottery and discovering mezcalitas are a lot better than Port wine.

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Hotel Azul

4-star hotel

This boutique hotel in the heart of Oaxaca mixes modern design with the city’s artistic roots. A team of local talents, including Francisco Toledo and Ruben Leyva, helped shape the look, while architect Hector Esrawe brought the old building back to life.

Selva

Cocktail Bar

Located in the heart of mezcal country, Selva puts Oaxaca’s quintessential spirit front and center, making it the true star of its cocktail menu.

Mexchic

Boutique

They craft unique, handmade pieces — everything from textiles to art — using sustainable methods and working closely with Mexican artisans.

Enser

Gift shop

Located at Abasolo 204 in Oaxaca City, Enser is a nod to tradition and a tribute to the instruments that keep Oaxaca’s culinary heritage alive and thriving.

Tacos Roy

Oaxaca is famous for its diverse taco offerings — from the iconic tlayudas to flavorful tacos de suadero — and one well-known taco chain with multiple locations across the city is Tacos Roy.

Museo Textil de Oaxaca

Art Museum

This museum celebrates Oaxaca's rich textile traditions through a variety of exhibitions, workshops, films, presentations, and a library.

Amá Terraza

Cafe

Surrounded by lush trees and local art, this laid-back cafe and bar offers the best place to watch Oaxaca’s stunning sunrises and sunsets.

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