MEXICO CITY First Impressions 🇲🇽 North America's BIGGEST City (CDMX)

[@huntybaby]

First, I want to congratulate you on a great video. A shout-out and thank you to your friend for happily participating in it and getting his reactions, too. Thank you for the friendly and sweet narration style; the energy makes it across the screen. I'm now going to respond to a couple of questions you had and provide interesting facts for your general knowledge (some you may already know, but it’s also for viewers). I will give you some personal recommendations where you MUST eat and visit: Answer to Your Questions 1. The Native Americans you see in El Zocalo (The Main Square) are performing cleansing rituals. While the majority of Mexicans are Catholic, many still believe in and hold on to the belief of cleanses and blessings. The Native Americans can perform different cleanses and/or a ritual to bless you. 2. The red sauce you wanted in the Mango is called “Chamoy,” and the spices they sprinkle on it are usually “Tajin” (pronounced as Tah-Heen). Interesting Facts 1. Mexico City was built on a lake. This was done by the Europeans (the Spaniards). The conquistador was adamant that he wanted the capital city of New Spain to be where Mexico City is now. He destroyed the pyramids of the Native American tribe living there (the Mexicas, aka Aztecs) and used most of that rock to build much of the beautiful baroque architecture that you see in Mexico City. 2. Mexico City was called Tenochtitlan by the Aztecs, and various European writings described it as “stunning and clean,” “beautiful,” and “well organized.” It was compared to Venice, Italy. Before the Spaniards filled the lake with soil and concrete, Mexico City used to be comprised of human-made islands called Chinampas, and millions of Axolotls lived there. The Aztecs were known for their great agricultural methods and techniques. They were known to bathe several times a day, which Europeans thought was insane because, at the time, Europeans thought you could get sick from water. 3. Mexico City is the only city in North America to have a real castle called Castillo de Chapultepec (Casa Loma is not a castle; it’s a mansion built in the style of a castle). What makes it a real castle? Well, royalty lived in the Chapultepec castle. 4. Mexico City is the “original” NYC. It was the financial district of the old Western world. Historical Mexico City is the closest city we have in North America to resemble 19th-century Paris, France. As you may have already seen, a great portion of Mexico City is covered with thousands of Spanish and French colonial buildings of baroque, art nouveau, and some gothic-style influenced architectural buildings. Once upon a time, the Paseo Reforma avenue, which is now the avenue that hosts modern skyscrapers, near the Angel of Independence, used to be showered in French-style mansions, but most of these were destroyed to make room for modernization (super sad if you ask me). 5. The Angel of Independence is a majestic and stunning monument in Mexico City. It’s on Paseo Reforma Avenue, and it’s made of gold. 6. Mexico City is sinking, and it’s sinking at ~ 9 inches a year. Recommendations to Visit: 1. You must see El Zocalo (you have already done so). 2. You must see the Angel of Independence. 3. You must see the Chapultepec Castle and the view from its terrace facing Paseo Reforma; it’s beautiful. Recommendation of Must Have Tacos: 1. El Hidalguense (Just Google map it): The address is Campeche 155, Roma Sur, CDMX. Try the Barbacoa tacos in the blue tortilla; you two can thank me later. People adore it. 2. Taqueria Los Parados, the address is like Monterrey 333, Roma Sur, CDMX - try the Costilla and cheese tacos. 3. Los Panchos Restaurant is located at Tolstoi 9, Anzures, Miguel Hidalgo, CDMX. Try the Carnitas tacos. 4. Los Machetes de la Guerrero, the address is Lerdo 186, Guerrero, Cuauhtémoc, CDMX - If you have never had machetes, you MUST try it. They are beyond long and huge. I’d be surprised if you or your friend could eat it all. Don’t eat before coming here, lol.

[@gmcorazon]

Excelente información... felicidades 👏👏👏

[@Alejandra-xg3wo]

Waaaaaow, yo no sabía que antes había mansiones estilo francés en Paseo la Reforma 😦😦😦😨😱 what? Y algunas cosas que mencionaste

[@Travelbrandon]

This comment is amazing thank you for all the info!!

[@ErikaBasurtoREI]

Great info!! ❤

[@huntybaby]

@@Alejandra-xg3wo Yeah, you can find some videos and pictures online if they are something that you find fascinating. I am not even Mexican, but I am obsessed with Mexico City, even more so because it is still somewhat underrated compared to cities like NYC, Paris, London, Barcelona, etc. It doesn't get the recognition it deserves. While you're at it, you should also have a look at the blueprints of what El Monumento a la Revolucion was meant to be -- a parliament -- and not just any parliament; it would have been the world's largest parliament. Unfortunately (to lovers of traditional European architecture like me), this did not take place due to the Mexican Revolution, thus, that project, among hundreds of more, got cancelled in Mexico City. Now, whenever you see El Monumento a la Revolucion, you can close your eyes and only dream of the piece of gem that Mexico City would have had. Don't get me wrong, I still think that what Mexico City currently has in terms of European architecture is still precious and substantial. However, had the revolution not happened, Mexico City would have been the diamond city of North America (again, in the context of traditional architecture).

[@missly5657]

Esos pinches limones secos nos dejaron en vergüenza jajaja

[@angelsaidferreira5193]

🤣🤣🤣

[@potrancasalvaja3422]

En qué min.

[@missly5657]

@ 10:14

[@noelabraham2799]

JAAJAJJAAJ yasee plnches limones se mamaron con la visita😂😂

[@moodkontrl4553]

Me cae!! Siento que le debo a este amigo limones de los más jugosos de por vida 😂😂 ni una pinche gota 💧 les cayó y siento que era el toque final porque si se veían buenos

[@rodrigodanielHernandezCornejo]

5:40 se paso de lanza el anciano no creen? muero de risa HAHAHAHAHA

[@herndz8314]

Inche viejooo

[@roccocid]

YO ESTOY DE ACUERDO CON EL DON CILINDRERO. TO THE FOREIGNERS TRYING TO LIVE IN CDMX, A LITTLE ADVICE: JUST DON'T, LOCALS HATE YOUR GUTS... PLEASE LEAVE.

[@rodrigodanielHernandezCornejo]

@@roccocid de acuerdo con las groserías y la mala educación???

[@abiramgallardo]

​@@roccocid ¿Es de ley darles dinero? Viven de limosnas. Al igual que las propinas, si quieres dar dinero, hazlo, si no quieres, nadie te puede obligar. En mi ciudad hay gente que hace cosas similares por una moneda, no les doy porque nunca tengo efectivo, todo pago con tarjeta; pero desde que varios de ellos igual que ese señor se molestaron y hasta me insultaron por no darles dinero, menos les voy a dar, Y NUNCA LES VOY A DAR. Si no sacan buen dinero de ahí, que hagan otra cosa; uno no tiene la culpa de sus bajos ingresos y que se enojen contigo como si fuera tu responsabilidad mantenerlos

[@roccocid]

@@rodrigodanielHernandezCornejo asi es... y tu problema es cual ?

[@marieperez5100]

My son just went to Mexico City for the first time and he loved it!!.

[@Travelbrandon]

I’m sure he did!

[@jkhhkgdrt]

Si pero que no se quede a vivir

[@albertubaldo8652]

Canadian accent is beautiful , clear and accurate

[@jorge11bunker]

Si la neta habla muy curioso 😮

[@angelgarciaflores7821]

It's not a construction zone, it's the city of Tenochtitlan, which is buried beneath the big city of CD Mexico

[@heberulises]

17:57 “ qué incómodo, espérame” 😂😂😂😂

[@sergi0593]

Not el organillero mandándolos alaverga 😭😭 5:41

[@Coraima_Hdz]

Bueno no es el único que está harto de los gringos

[@Jerrielopez21]

Es normal en muchas partes del mundo, me pasó más en estados unidos y europa

[@angelca9383]

​@@Coraima_Hdzmuy desagradable tu comentario...

[@JaimeDiego-go4jf]

Y eso Que te an echo Mientras no te falten al respeto creo que te puedes ir mucho alvv​@@Coraima_Hdz

[@Coraima_Hdz]

@@JaimeDiego-go4jf vete alv tu y sigueles besando los pies

[@clinicaoncologica2325]

Thank you guys for Visiting Mexico City. You are so welcome!!! 👍🏽👍🏽

[@azulamarillo-t7l]

Enjoy to be in México!!! And Welcome

[@lucio.martinez]

I'm Mexican born, from Guerrero, from the US. I've been to la CDMX a couple of times. There's so much left to see. México is beautiful, very European. I've been to Paris, London, Montréal, Ontario, and many cities in the States. La CDMX my favorite. ¡Viva México, Lindo y Querido! 🇲🇽

[@waterym1449]

Mexico is originally exotic and deliciously pleasing! Great job guys

[@mimifajardo6235]

@@waterym1449 ustedes son simples sin chiste sin color, por cierto tienen cultura? 🤔🙊🤣🤣🤣

[@TAQUITO_MX015]

Borra tu comentario, das lastima ​@@mimifajardo6235

[@luu_tumami]

Por qué tan agresivo?, ni puso nada malo ​@@mimifajardo6235

[@nmatky9327]

Que mamadas son esas wey. Alguien dice algo bueno de mexico y tu los insultas? Pinche raza pemdeja ​@@mimifajardo6235

[@Kikuvz]

I'm moved by this reaction 🥹 Loved your enthusiasm and genuine coments on the food, the places, the people 😊 I'm so glad you and Ollie enjoyed your stay, you're always welcome 🙌 Watching this just made my day!

[@siesonaladventures]

Not one but two cute guys! I'm breathless. It was great to see you with a friend. Two reactions and perspectives - double the fun! 🎉🎉

[@Travelbrandon]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@valerievancouver365]

​@@Travelbrandon😊

[@luisbn1861]

Damn what a gay 😂

[@siesonaladventures]

@luisbn1861 it takes one, a gay, to know one, a gay 🌈

[@berniecarreon9431]

Thanks!

[@Travelbrandon]

Your a G 💪 thank you for your support

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Great video! We just arrived in Mexico City a few days ago , and we enjoyed watching what your first impressions are. It's such a huge city, and we are walking around the different neighbourhoods and trying tacos in each one lol. We've subscribed so that we can follow along on your adventures...and to support a fellow Canadian :)

[@Zefiel99]

Hello, this might be crass, but if you'd like a guide I'd love to offer my help! Teotihuacán, Xochimilco, many other places in CDMX You'd like to see! Thanks

[@iangonzalez4572]

hi welcome to mexico, nice way to try a lot of tacos. dont forgey we have a lot of other things likes sopes, mole, huaraches, tortas, quesadillas, pambazos and more if u like u can dm me and i can give some advices for food or anything if u have any question. Pro tip if u feel sick u can go to farmacia similiar(its a drugstore ) abd there u can go to the doctor, doctor and medicine its really cheap there, like 5 dls per visit and 20 dls for the medicine. sorry for my broken english

[@familyandfriends3519]

Love Canada from Mexico

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

@@Zefiel99 thank you.

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

@@iangonzalez4572 thank you for the recommendation.

[@arrasandoferr2369]

New subscriber viva México 🇲🇽

[@Travelbrandon]

Welcome to the family 😁

[@goldvideo]

Man, you guys can pack in that food. I'll be in CDMX in January and you totally have me salivating for those tacos!

[@Travelbrandon]

You’ll enjoy it!

[@goldvideo]

@Travelbrandon Thanks. While you're there, try chilaquiles for breakfast. They're awesome!

[@miguelalmazan6591]

@@goldvideo In what part of the city will you be to send recommendations of places to eat !!! 🎉

[@dejesushernandezianmichel1490]

Try “Enchiladas suizas verdes”… you won’t regret 🙂‍↔️🙂‍↔️🙂‍↔️🙂‍↔️

[@patrickdelarosa7743]

Welcome to my city, great video! ❤

[@garcia22222]

both you guys thank you so much for the beautiful beautiful video I just love it 😊

[@Travelbrandon]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@XuN_Peter]

Wow wow Brandon, me suscribiré a ti, me encantó tu acento, sin subtitulos y te entendí todo, y eso que no sé tanto inglés, pero es muy claro, te veré como maestro, y también me gustaron mucho sus vibras chicos, vengan a México más seguido.

[@alexb8689]

Very casual walk, that's what makes it entertaining

[@samanthamatusa.168]

Dude, you two seem to be such beautiful souls, thanks for visiting this crazy city. Keep enjoying and smiling... truly hope you get an amazing experience from these days. Sorry for the shitty lemons on the first taco place, please try those again with lemon cause it definitely gives you the complete experience for a taco. Be safe and happy :)

[@rafaelmartinezhernandez5320]

I love when you gringos come to my country ❤ it's always fun to see you discover a new culture. Bienvenidos! 🎉😊

[@julsgarcia2023]

Iam so happy that you like our food!! Welcome to Mexico City!

[@clinicaoncologica2325]

Oouuu!!! Yesss. Sorry for the lemons!! 😂😂

[@veronicacorona1568]

Fue muy poco!! Quiero ver más

[@LuisPerez-go6cy]

Welcome to México my friend and enjoy your visit in our country. I've looked all video; great job!

[@witchizac]

Bienvenidos a México ❤

[@deedeestardust2535]

Welcome to my country! I live in Toronto but going to Mexico for the holidays with my fiancé so this is a great video to show him what to expect 😁

[@Travelbrandon]

You’ll have a great time

[@victorkimackblanco3644]

Mexico is such a beautiful country! And I’m saying that because I’m Mexican 🩷🙏🏼

[@miguelalmazan6591]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@georgeuribe506]

The Ideal and Madrid Bakeries are one of the largest and most popular in Mexico City. The Canastas serve a type of tacos that are inexpensive.

[@kingomez123]

I like this video btw I like your energy and your aproach very respectful

[@princepaki]

yurrrr! Another banger brudda! 🔥

[@Travelbrandon]

Thanks 🔥

[@kingomez123]

Exactly the bigest city in North America

[@alvarosandoval4691]

People like you guys are always welcome to our casa

[@vivianau6173]

México es increíble!!!!! Créanlo. ❤❤ Viva México 🇲🇽

[@viceducruzg]

VIVA MÉXICO ❤🇲🇽🇲🇽

[@gabygarcia4943]

Bienvenidos a México!! 🎉🎉

[@nz5652]

No food video has ever made my mouth water more 😅

[@pablocampos3584]

Que bello Saludos desde el estado de Guanajuato

[@LUISSILVA-cx2dp]

You Wellcome Bro. I Like Your Actitud , it's Rigth 👍💯🎉✨💫💥

[@zOrO2kX]

This is exactly how I travel. How long you going to be in Mexico? If you have time, check out Monterrey (city vibe), Chiapas (nature) and Oaxaca (best food).

[@ElAzotador]

And Cancun, the best beach in the world

[@Travelbrandon]

I will!

[@guscl4323]

Welcome to our country, enjoy it.

[@daniellewarnholtz3385]

Great Video guys !!! Next time visit the CHAPULTEPEC PARK and the HISTORIC CASTLE , take a walk in PASEO DE LA REFORMA ( the most important avenue ) go to SAN ANGEL , COYOACAN and CHIMALISTAC ( the most mexican vibes neighborhoods ) Don´t miss ROMA and CONDESA both are the trendy neighborhoods, and visit in POLANCO ZONE the Iconic SOUMAYA MUSEUM.

[@Travelbrandon]

Condesa was my favourite 😁

[@HbronVe]

Welcome bros 🤙🏼 suadero are the best 😍

[@georgeuribe506]

That guy at the zocalo was performing a liempieza or cleansing

[@Ftrikisitsjuahgjofe]

This video is so nice you guys :) I'm so happy you visited the zocalo area & got some good tacos

[@isabelmejia1887]

Enjoy the freedom of mexico.

[@CocinaMagica]

Se me antojo un taco de tripa y al pastor con piña 😀🌮🤤🤤

[@joeyboy2013]

Awesome host..❤ from Los Angeles CA

[@danizg9081]

😮😮😮 really happy more and more people are starting to love our culture

[@unndinedeneve2524]

Looks yummy 🤤🌮 Greetings 👋

[@QuarianGhost]

I'm Mexican and I'm dying of laughter with the dry ass lime hahaha 10:00, it's relatable, so some taquerias haves fame of having dry limes while others of juicy ones 😂

[@joseantoniosolorzano4993]

welcome, you guys are good vibes.

[@MarioGomez-xc4yc]

That big City Is kinda cool to hang out ,the food Is sooo good etc. 🙋👍🏁

[@cristinamz2137]

Thank you for being respectful inside of the Cathedral which we consider a sacred space.

[@cirlenemelchorgarcia4366]

wow awesome video! I'm from Mexico and i will definitely said that what you guys saw and did its like a normal day for us Mexicans, Great job!, i miss my Mexico and its refreshing to see what it looks like from other people eyes and experiences, plus the video its really natural. Hopefully you guys enjoyed your stay in the city

[@josemariscal2381]

Visit Polanco, Presidente Mazarik, colonia Roma, Enjoy it

[@chrisarredondo3756]

My mouth was watering with the street tacos 🌮🤤

[@JOSEBRAVO-bv7zu]

Your vids never disappoint!

[@lorenzamunoz7521]

Welcome to Mexico both of you guys…. enjoy 😘

[@joseep5446]

Welcome! You should do a video going to Polanco in CDMX or Santa Fe :)

[@eduardogonzalez9555]

Bienvenidos a Mexico handsome bros

[@tikisr.9505]

Welcome to Mexico ❤

[@hugogomez7008]

I love this guys reaccion on Mexico city , I'm here at the wawa 😢

[@angelsaidferreira5193]

Greetings from San Francisco, California 👋🏻 I’m from Mexico

[@AlphonsoMtz]

viva mexico amigos

[@gust5762]

🙏🏼Thank you for the video. I’m planning to visit. I have heard of potential stomach issues eating the amazing food. Suggestions on how to deal with eating at stands and local restaurants? My preference is to eat local food rather than going to touristy establishments.

[@claudiorodriguez1143]

Hello from Houston, Texas. New subscriber here...enjoying your video(s). The food and baked goods look so delicious!! Enjoy!

[@Travelbrandon]

Welcome to the family 🤜

[@EIMARJOSUEBERNAL-x6m]

ENJOY THE BEAUTY #CDMX, IT'S KNOWN AS *THE PALACES CITY*, AND VISIT *THE SOUMAYA MUSEUM* AND LOT OF NICE PLACES TO TOURIST FOR✔️😎🇲🇽

[@Travelbrandon]

THANK YOU

[@rabelo725]

Si al pasto 11 de 10😊😊

[@felava7658]

Wow, I live in Denver Colorado USA and your enthusiasm on your trip just make me want to go visit there too. I too hear mostly the negative things, but hardly ever hear the good things. What time of the year did you two visit? I dont want to assume because sometimes videos gets uploaded after the visit and may be many days or months before its uploaded. Thanks again, I will definitely subscribe and keep watching your content. Safe travels to the both of you. Oh one more thing, did either of you know Spanish or hardly any Spanish? Thanks

[@azulamarillo-t7l]

The movies do a good work making bad publishing to México. but is not like that😑😑😑

[@Travelbrandon]

Welcome to the family !

[@stacymalibu1967]

Waooo congratulesson welcome to México cuty

[@centeno2254]

Many of Mexican breads are to be eaten with coffee or hot chocolate.

[@Hjz1980]

I’ll b soon at cdmx im so excited 😂

[@Zefiel99]

If you'd like a local guide let me know!

[@thecrazierap1]

@@Zefiel99 you better be a real one and not a scammer and treat people respectfully 🫡🇲🇽

[@Zefiel99]

@@thecrazierap1 Don't worry, I have the official card (with my photo) that the government gives out to certify me as a tourist guide, and I did my studies for it in the National School of Anthropology and History.

[@manuelborchardt1573]

Glad that you are having a great time! México is beautiful and awesome! 😃

[@토토-e6d]

Wow🎉🎉🎉

[@joelsalazar9503]

Watching you guys roaming around the capital, reminds me my time I visited it. Such a wonderful place Mexico City. I just wonder what city of Canada you guys are from. Currently I am living in Toronto, cheers from here.

[@vanessasentz1195]

"a pineapple TALK-OHHH!!!" 😭😭😭

[@Tonyruiz-f3t]

Buen video dios te bendiga

[@Sawicki-x7b]

Guys try that MICHELADA it is very delicious drink almost like cocktaL you guys going to love it❤

[@Rogelio_Inzunza]

Hahaha, I commented on Pastelería Ideal, as I watched the video, and you went to it. 🤣

[@ruthfigueroamillan5950]

Suadero and pastor are also my fav!! ❤ sorry about the limes! Haha

[@cdparadoja]

What camera are you using man?

[@autorandrade]

This guy Cae Bien 👍

[@alalesc3796]

Nice video!

[@coolkat9826]

Oh. My. ! I wanna try those Tacos. 😋

[@tenoschm6416]

Hi Guys, try to get in those all Buildings, much of them are really interesting , greetings from Germany !

[@poncho828]

You guys seem very chill.

[@eduardotecum]

Go to santa Fe, reforma, la roma and condesa

[@TradeifyTrading]

what camera are you using

[@jaxx9204]

My son arrived in the city a few days ago he raved about el Moro churros with the hot chocolate there’s several locations

[@marcoherrera5075]

Best city in the world

[@samuelaguirre9116]

El organillero 🙌👌👏 🤣😂

[@garcialuisantonio1995]

Saludos desde Mexico ❤❤❤

[@RealtorJonathanenhouston]

Enjoy your trip hope you like everything 💚🤍❤️

[@Travelbrandon]

Thank you!

[@marcweisberg7998]

Brandon....Dude, this is cool. Thank you for positing about your trip. What are you filming this with?

[@Travelbrandon]

Osmo pocket 3

[@JesusRodriguez-rw6fy]

Gracias por visitar México.

[@lougonzmart9466]

La Ideal bakery (the biggest) Is amazing AND a great heritage in CDMX