Mezcal is having more than a moment.
The smoky flavor that mezcal is so famous for carries into other parts of Oaxacan cuisine.
Similar to food, smoke, to me, is an ingredient that requires balance in its composition.
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Mole is arguably the most famous Oaxacan dish.
There are thousands of moles, each unique and many tied to specific celebratory occasions.
But theres a lot more to Oaxacan cuisine than mole.
Green, vegetal notes like nopales and poblano peppers also complement it beautifully.
