Where a Michelin-Starred Chef Loves to Eat in Mexico City
Meet one of Mexico's top chefs
The Relisher is where the world’s top chefs reveal their favorite restaurants in their hometowns. This week, I met with Lucho Martinez, the chef and founder of Em—one of only seven Michelin-starred restaurants in Mexico City.
Chef Lucho is a visionary in the Mexican culinary scene. In addition to Em, he’s the creative force behind Martínez, Ultramarinos Demar—both considered among the city’s best restaurants—and Café Tormenta.
“Although Mexico City is rich in history and culture, our restaurant scene is very young and just starting to take shape. It’s an exciting time.”
Below, one of Mexico City’s most celebrated chefs shares his favorite places in the Mexican capital.
Favorite Restaurants
Guests at Em often ask me, “Where do you recommend to eat?” I usually ask to see their list, which almost always includes the same spots everyone keeps going to. Instead, I like to suggest the places below that aren’t mainstream and that not everyone knows about.