Experience in México, D.F., Mexico by Ana Karen

What is it like to live in México, D. F.? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

The thing I love the most about Mexico is it´s culture and the happy people (at least most of them), specially in countries like Oaxaca. Also it´s food, fantastic! True, you will gain a few pounds but worth it! I recommend Condes and Polanco in D. F. And of course you must get to know San Miguel de Allende, Acapulco and Cancún.

What is the student lifestyle like in México, D. F.?

Good, you can always make a lot of friends in school and teachers use to be supportive.

How much does it cost to live in México, D. F.?

It depends, if you want to live in Condesa and Polanco the rent would not be less than $800 dollars per month, but you can always search somewhere else.

Is it difficult to find accommodation in México, D. F.? Is there any advice you can give?

No, but you must look in Universities that have accommodation plan like Universidad La Salle or Universidad Iberoamericana.

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

Omg! All the food is worth it! My favorite part to answer. I shall give you 8 dishes you must try:

1. Mole
2. Chiles en nogada
3. Tacos con crema
4. Chilaquiles verdes
5. Tacos al pastor
6. Tamales de dulce
7. Enchiladas verdes
8. Picadillo

Those are my favorites!

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What places would you recommend visiting in México, D. F.?

Top 3:

1. Non solo pasta, ristorante italiano.
2. Condesa, to walk and search for a new restaurant or night life, in a Bohemian way.
3. Polanco, just as condesa but more like fashion.

Is it good to eat out in México, D. F.? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

I have just been talking about food, I don't think you want to know more. But you must eat tacos on some spot in the street, they are usually the best! also tamales!

Is the nightlife good in México, D. F.? Where is good to go?

Yes, well in Polanco or Condesa you can find a lot of spots.