Chéen-huyae is the sort of feel-good, fail-safe restaurant that timid American tourists visiting the Yucatan might approach with enthusiasm. A glass storefront façade lends an airy ...

Yucatecan Red-Seasoned Chicken steamed in Banana Leaves (Pollo Pibil): Follow the above instructions, except substitute 4 whole chicken legs (thigh and drumstick) for the pork. Marinate the ...

6. Tamales. A traditional Mexican dish made from masa (corn dough) filled with meats, cheese, or vegetables, wrapped in corn husks, and steamed.

Yucatecan cuisine is one of the most delicious in Mexico. This year, Yucatan was named the Iberoamerican Capital of Gastronomy 2025 at the International Tourism Fair in Madrid.