Yahilin, Rio Lagartos

Condé Nast TravelerOct 28

Along the coast of one of Mexico's most popular vacation destinations, writer Megan Spurrell traces the source of her seafood.

alijo boat captained by Limberth Orlando Alcocer Diaz

12 things in this story

YahilinPlacealijo boat captained by Limberth Orlando Alcocer Diaz
meroRestaurantwhite fish loved for ceviche
shrimpRestaurantjuicy, some of the tastiest in the region
octopus mayaRestaurantsmaller than Mediterranean, looks beautiful on plate
jimbasPlacetwo long pieces of bamboo used for fishing
ikejimePlaceethical Japanese process for sudden brain death
My Octopus FriendPlacedocumentary that makes chef Karla Encisco uneasy
El Perico MarineroHotelportside restaurant serving octopus ceviche
pulpo rojoRestaurantoctopus ceviche, sliced, battered, and fried
Elsewhere
Maroma, a Belmond HotelHotelRiviera Maya, Mexicoluxury hotel, three hours from Rio Lagartos
octopusRestaurantRiviera Maya, Mexicowood-grilled, sourced from these waters
Pesca Con FuturoPlaceMexico City, Mexicoorganization connecting chefs with sustainable fishing

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