Mercado Michoacán

Mexico City’s Public Markets Are in Danger of Disappearing | Eater

"Situated at a busy intersection in the trendy Condesa neighborhood, this market combines traditional stalls with urban amenities—one side houses a Café Toscano and outdoor seating while the rest sells standard market fare and prepared foods like tortas that remain far cheaper than nearby hip restaurants. Longtime vendors include a produce seller who has worked the market since the 1960s and now brings family help, reflecting generational continuity even as the surrounding area has gentrified and attracted more tourists and foreigners. The market’s Art Deco building and lively bustle testify to its historical role in the neighborhood, while the influx of visitors has had mixed effects: boosting some vendors' sales but reshaping the clientele." - Madeleine Wattenbarger