With clear afternoons and pleasant weather this season in Mexico City, a plan involving wine, charcuterie, and after-dinner conversation is incredibly appealing. Fortunately, around some of the city’s trendiest areas, there are several spots with distinct atmospheres but carefully curated and well-executed menus where you can enjoy a glass of wine and share a cheese and charcuterie board with your favorite people. Afterward, you’ll almost feel like you’ve escaped on a luxurious getaway, as the stress of the capital melts away in these places.
On this laid-back terrace in Condesa—just steps from Parque México—you’ll discover a little paradise for food and drink lovers. It’s a project by chef Pablo López, who produces the charcuterie served at Fiambre in Mexico City, in a workshop in Pedregal. Furthermore, everything is made with a no-waste philosophy that promotes more conscious and sustainable consumption. On the other hand, they work closely with Rallado, a local cheese shop specializing in Mexican cheeses. You can order in bulk to take away, but they also have freshly made sandwiches to enjoy with a glass of wine, a craft beer, or some canned goods.
This spot in the Juárez neighborhood is tiny, but its concept is impeccable: cosmopolitan yet authentic, sophisticated yet approachable, elegant yet relaxed. Viamonte is a Buenos Aires-style bodega in the heart of Mexico City, with a culinary offering that is both comforting and refined. Although the menu is short, they have charcuterie options that pair wonderfully with their selection of international wines. Finally, don’t leave without trying the chocotorta, a house favorite.
Thinking of wine and charcuterie often brings Europe to mind. Pronti is an authentically Italian corner in Roma Norte, where the specialty is spaccata romana. It’s a sandwich made with pizza bianca, split in half and filled with various ingredients. The key to Pronti is that the quality of each ingredient is evident, but it doesn’t translate into pretentiousness. All the charcuterie is imported from Italy, while the cheeses are produced in Mexico using Italian techniques. The space is ample and versatile, perfect for a leisurely afternoon with family or friends, or for adding a touch of romance to remote work—it’s also ideal for working from home. Plus, it’s an indoor space, so rain won’t ruin your plans.
On Avenida Mazatlán in the Condesa neighborhood, La Fiambrería presents itself as a neighborhood haven born from the idea that wine should be an everyday pleasure. Although their specialty is wine—they have a selection of both national and international labels, notable for their excellent value—they also have a gourmet grocery store with a well-curated selection of cheeses and charcuterie. You can buy in bulk to take home, or sit and enjoy these delicacies at their tables on the street. They also often organize tastings and samplings to help you become a true connoisseur.
In the heart of Polanco, Espacio Bomboti fuses art, design, and gastronomy, guided by a common thread of respect for local ingredients, a celebration of the everyday, and the recognition that the sensory, emotional, and intellectual have multiple points of convergence. Bomboti Cocina is more than a restaurant; it’s a curated selection of “grocery stores” where you can find a little bit of everything, always from small projects committed to supporting the community. At this spot in Mexico City, you can find charcuterie, cheeses, wines, caviar, desserts, artisanal bread, oils, and preserves. The best part is that there’s also a kitchen run by chef Alonso Madrigal, who draws inspiration from avant-garde Mexican cuisine to cook with the store’s own ingredients. For example, you can stay and enjoy a charcuterie board featuring Mexican cheeses and other delicacies.
Source: foodandpleasure
