A guide to Mexican fruits: When, where and why to buy them

Published February 9, 2024

Sundays are my favorite day of the week. I wake up and head to my favorite cafe before making my way to the market to stock up on a week’s worth of colorful fruits and vegetables.

One of the greatest perks of living in Mexico is easy access to seasonal produce, with fruits being exceptionally abundant. The health benefits of regular fruit intake are numerous, made more so by the fact that what can be found at the tianguis (market) is sold according to season.

When fruits ripen naturally, they’re full of nutrients and flavor that are otherwise lost in the artificial maturation process. Because Mother Nature is so smart, she offers what we need, when we need it — have you ever wondered why blueberries peak in the summer? The high level of antioxidants help protect your skin from sun damage.

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