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A LITTLE CHILI,
MOLE AND
POZOLE
T R A D I T I O N A L
F E S T I V I T E S O F
Q U E R É T A R O "

INDEX
4 / A L I T T L E M O R E A B O U T
Q U E R E T A R O
8 / A L I T T L E C H I L I , M O L E
A N D P O Z O L E , L O V E F O R
F O O D
1 5 / “ T H E M O S T A M A Z I N G
T R A D I T I O N A L F E S T I V I T E S
O F Q U E R É T A R O "
1 8 / " C U S T O M S "
2 1 / T H E M O S T B E A U T I F U L
C O R N E R S O F Q U E R É T A R O
2 5 / R E C I P E S

A LITTLE MORE
About Queretaro
Queretaro crossing Vol. 12
QUERÉTARO HISTORY
During the first decades of the colonial
period Querétaro was one of the most
opulent and important cities of the New
Spain, since it marked the limit of what they
called the civilized world for the colonizers
and further north there was barbarism,
Therefore, they considered it necessary to
found temples and convents in the town to
strengthen the spirit of the laity and
religious, so Franciscans, Discalced
Carmelites, Jesuits and Dominicans arrived
in Querétaro to begin the spiritual conquest
of the region, known as Tierra Dentro (Land
Within).
Although the state was once again the
scene of great battles during the Revolution,
its buildings and monuments did not suffer
as much damage as in the last century,
thanks to which, today we can still enjoy its
beauty.
Knowing a little more about our Queretaro,
here are some curious facts that will leave
you open-mouthed.
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BIOSPHERE RESERVE
Sierra Gorda
The six most special species of wild cats
are here in Mexico: Jaguar, Puma, Ocelot,
Wildcat, Bobcat and Margay, each of
these mysterious felines are found in this
reserve.
And something you didn't know is that it
is made up of 6 municipalities (Jalpan de
Serra, San Joaqun, Landa de
Matamoros, Pinal de Amoles, Peñamiller,
Arroyo Seco) and has 2 Magical Towns:
Jalpan and San Joaquin.
INDIGENOUS GROUP
Peace and harmony
Founded in 1531, the ancient and mysterious city of
Santiago de Querétaro seeks to preserve the original
indigenous core and winding streets, while there is a
combination with the Spaniards, which is a mixture of
both cultures and spice it up. This is a clear reflection of
how the Otomi, Tarascans, Chichimecs and Spaniards
coexisted peacefully in this city.
GAME OF BALL
From Queretaro
The fantastic field of the ball game, is divided into four
equal parts indicating the four winds, being symmetrical.
They also represent the stages through which the gods of
their mythology passed and the attempts to create man.
They are all known as suns: Atonatiuh, sun of water;
Tlaltonatiuh, sun of earth; Tletonatiuh, sun of fire; and
Ehecatonatiuh, sun of air. Tonatiuh, sun of movement;
"ollin".
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Art, Cheese and Wine Route. Taste the
The
cheeses of the region, whether
different
are cow, sheep or goat in the different
they
factories that are on the road. Be
cheese
to visit the vineyards, tasting their
sure
of wines and enjoying the
variety
Flavor Route in the Sierra Gorda. It is
The
enjoyed in the mountain fonditas,
best
guarantee an exquisite menu; has to
which
dried beef marinated with sour
offer
and salt. Another delicacy that will
orange
satisfy your appetite is zacahuil.
certainly
its 5 magical towns you can enjoy a wide
In
of local cuisine, such as gorditas de
variety
in Bernal, a red wine ice cream in
migajas
in Cadereyta a nopal in
Tequisquiapan,
a jerky in Jalpan or some fruit
penca,
in San Joaquín , especially the
liqueurs
Amealco Tuesdays are mole, so discover
In
variety that there is to try and delight
the
palate. This custom goes back years so
the
taste is guaranteed.
the
yourself in the cuisine of
Immerse
try the unique dishes of the
Queretaro,
and take a delicious mouthful that
region
make you want to return more than
will
Some
recommendations:
peach and apple ones.
landscapes on offer.
once.
Q U E R E T A R O C R O S S I N G | P A G 9

The Top 5 of
the Best
Typical
Foods of Querétaro
1- Sopes:
Like many of the typical dishes of the state of
Querétaro, sopes are made from corn flour. Once
cooked, the sopes are bathed in chili and refried
beans are added with potatoes or any other stew
to taste. If you are visiting Querétaro, specifically
in its capital, be sure to visit the famous ‘‘ Barbacoa
Don Cuco ’’. In this place you will find the best
meals in Querétaro and among them some
delicious sopes.
2- Red Pozole:
If it is about traditions and gastronomy of
Querétaro, the red pozole is a food that cannot be
missed in the national holidays of Mexico. The
base of this preparation is dried or canned corn
broth, pork and ribs. The first step to prepare this
traditional food from Querétaro is to cook the
meat at high temperature. Finally, the meat is
shredded into thin strips, added to the pot with the
sauce and boiled for a couple of minutes before
serving.
3- Enchiladas Queretanas
Queretaro enchiladas appear at the top of the list
of typical dishes of Querétaro offered by the
restaurant ‘‘ El Arcángel ’’. After 25 years of its
opening, the place continues to fill Vicente
Guerrero 1 street with flavor, in Santiago de
Querétaro. Making these delicious enchiladas is
very simple. Queretaro enchiladas are ideal as
breakfast at any time of the year, as you will start
the day full of energy.
So don't wait for your next trip to Querétaro and
go ahead and prepare them at home.
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is a combination of sauces that
Mole
as a stew for some meats such
serves
turkey. Normally, it is usually used as
as
main dish in many Mexican parties,
the
which those of the Cross stand
among
out.
in another pot, cook the
Meanwhile,
with onion, garlic and
tomatoes
Once they are cooked, they
almonds.
ground in the blender. Let it cook
are
a few minutes and add pieces of
for
When the meat is tender,
chocolate.
the water, dip it in the mole and
drain
with sesame seeds.
garnish
fried turkeys or pambazos are
he
more than a Mexican treat
nothing
with telera bread bathed in
made
chili. As for its preparation, to
guajillo
the pambazos you start by
make
a typical and tasty guajillo chili
making
with chives, salt and garlic. Then,
sauce
telera bread is covered with chili
the
and fried in a pan until well
sauce
on both sides. Finally, the
cooked
is opened and filled with the
pambazo
the carrot and the sauce of
potatoes,
choice.
your
a doubt, this is one of the best
Without
in Querétaro and it cannot be
meals
during the national holidays.
missed
can try this Queretaro delicacy
You
in Mexico, but if you are on
anywhere
in Querétaro, visit the place
vacation
antojería", in the center of the city,
"La
you can enjoy fried turkeys at an
where
price.
affordable
4- Mole of Turkey
5- Fried Guajolotes
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KNOWING
QUERÉTARO IS
FALLING IN
LOVE WITH
EACH SAUCER
AT EVERY STEP
Undoubtedly, among the attractions of
Querétaro, its rich and colorful typical dishes
stand out. Many of these are ideal for a main
course at lunch. All these dishes can be
obtained in any state of Mexico. But keep in
mind that the daring spicy taste of the
representative gastronomy of Querétaro can
only be found by visiting this beautiful state
of the north-central region of the Aztec
country.
What are you waiting to try these delicacies?
And be part of the addiction that they can
cause with their peculiar and unique taste
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“THE MOST AMAZING TRADITIONAL FESTIVITES
OF QUERÉTARO"
Would you like to get into the traditions of the great city of Querétaro? Well, we tell you here!
Learn more about the festivals of Querétaro, a state rich in traditions and the place of a great
variety of festivities that are celebrated. Discover the most amazing festivities that you
cannot miss. We have for all tastes! Be welcome into this amazing guide!
TRADITIONAL
HORSEBACK RIDING:
THIS HORSE TRIP IS WAY IN WHICH
QUERETANS REDISCOVER THEIR ANCIENT
PATHS TO HONOR THEIR ANCESTORS AND
ENJOY THE BEAUTY OF THEIR
LANDSCAPES.
THE TRADITIONAL HORSEBACK RIDE GOES
THROUGH THE MOST BEAUTIFUL PLACES
IN OUR STATE, ENJOYS THE BEAUTIFUL
LANDSCAPES OF THE SIERRA GORDA AND
THE HISTORIC TOWNS OF QUERÉTARO.
JOIN THIS ADVENTURE DURING THE
MONTH OF JULY.
TRADITIONAL
FESTIVAL OF “LA CRUZ
DE LOS MILAGROS”
ONE OF THE MOST RECOGNIZED
FESTIVITIES IN QUERÉTARO.
IT BEGINS EVERY SEPTEMBER 13 WITH A
GREAT MEETING OF DANCERS WITH
AMAZING COSTUMES WHO PERFORM
CHICHIMEC RITES THROUGH ALL THE
ARCHES OF QUERETARO ACCOMPANIED
BY A MELODY OF SHELLS, CLIMBING THE
CERRO DE SANGREMAL TO REACH THE
TEMPLE OF THE CROSS OF MIRACLES.
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THE LEGEND SAYS THAT THE
TEMPLES OF THE CROSS OF
MIRACLES IS THE PLACE WHERE
THE APOSTLE SANTIAGO,
PATRON SAINT OF QUERÉTARO,
MIRACULOUSLY APPEARED.
THE CELEBRATION CULMINATES
ON SEPTEMBER 15 WHEN THE
CONCHEROS (THE DANCERS)
FINISH THEIR ANCESTRAL
DANCE AND ENDS WITH THE
MASS OF THE HOLY CROSS.
FEAST OF SANTA
ROSA DE VITERBO:
THIS FESTIVITY IS CELEBRATED ON
MARCH 19 WITH MASS IN THE
TEMPLE OF SANTA ROSA DE
VITERBO LOCATED IN DOWNTOWN
OF QUERÉTARO.
WHERE DIFFERENT CONCHEROS
(DANCERS) PERFORMS DANCES
WITH LIVE MUSIC, AMAZING
COSTUMES, FIREWORKS AND A
GREAT VARIETY OF FOOD ARE
PRESENTED.
AMAZINGLY RIGHT, WHAT ARE YOU WAITING TO BE A PART OF DISCOVER AND BE
PART OF THE TRADITIONAL FESTIVITIES OF QUERÉTARO.
IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE FESTIVE CULTURE OF MEXICO AND ENJOY THE
GREAT VARIETY THAT EXISTS.
COME AND DISCOVER. WE WAIT FOR YOU!
Querétaro
Great city full of colors, gastronomy and celebrations.
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people like to know a little extra
Many
about important celebrations in
information
places, especially tourists. People in
special
go out into the streets to see
Querétaro
dancing to various music and dressed
people
special features such as feathers or
with
materials, products made and used by
various
Apaches or dancers, as they represent
the
Catholic customs by dancing over a long
their
to a large traditional church.
distance
you want to know more about queretaro?
¿Do
officially called the Free and
Queretaro,
State of Queretaro, is one of the
Sovereign
states that make up Mexico, its capital
thirty-one
most populated city is Santiago de
and
It is located in the north-central
Queretaro.
of the country, and limits to the north with
region
states of Guanajuato and San Luis Potosí, to
the
south with the state of Hidalgo and the state
the
Mexico, and to the west with the state of
of
QUERETARO CROSSING
CUSTOMS
Queretaro
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Michoacan.

festival takes place on the Sangremal hill, where the Apostle Santiago is
This
to have appeared. It is characterized by the dance of "the concheros",
said
is known for its
Querétaro
celebrations, which last
Christmas
two months. They begin
almost
the Virgin of Guadalupe on
with
9. This festival is
December
by theatrical
followed
of a religious
performances
and the parade of biblical
nature
many localities of Querétaro,
In
are carried out.
handicrafts
those of Huimilpan
However,
out. In this city, you can
stand
find:
articles, made of
·Handwoven
or other vegetable fiber.
cotton
carved in wood.
·Objects
molded in glass or clay.
·Objects
in gold, silver, steel and
·Works
parade of biblical cars
The
place in the municipality
takes
Cadereyta. This is a
of
celebration that aims
Christmas
one of the most important
Is
in Querétaro. In this
festivities
the Via Crucis takes place.
week,
is the representation of the
This
death and resurrection
passion,
Christ. of
most striking Stations of the
The
are those of La Cañada.
Cross
draw thousands of viewers
These
across the state and even
from
Sweet tamales
-
Sweet potato
-
Jamoncillo
-
Capirotada
-
most talented
The
work the
craftsmen
to produce
stone
fountains and
statues,
For its part,
reliefs.
city of San Juan
the
Río is renowned
del
its work with
for
Finally,
opals.
Montes,
Ezequiel
and Colón are
Bernal
for their wool
famous
Huapango national
The
takes place in
contest
San Joaquín
Querétaro,
This is a
municipality.
of a musical
competition
The participants,
nature.
in pairs, meet
organized
other by improvising
each
Customs are essential
-
many of the people
for
wants to know about
who
in Queretaro
why
this types of
celebrate
such as the
celebrations
why it happened
reasons
ago. years
EXTRA INFORMATION
Traditional Sweets:
"Relevant Customs"
THE FEAST OF THE CROSS
who dance for two days in a row.
Christmas
Celebrations
Biblical
Chariot Parade
fabric.
Other customs:
Huapango:
to relive stories from the bible.
chariots.
Crafts
In Queretaro
Easter
Week
songs.
Conclusion:
stone.
the country.
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Q U E R E T A R O C R O S S I N G | V O L U M E 1 2
The Most Beautiful Corners Of Querétaro
In this section you will find a great variety of places to visit,
all of them within the state of Queretoro wich offer a wide
range of attractions, each one has its history and each one
of these places will be able to show you a small pice of the
history impregnated in its constructions and monuments
Queretaro's historic center
Downtown is perhaps the most visited place by tourists.
The baroque architecture and the original indigenous
layout of the streets of the historic center.
In the evenings there is a tour of Legends, characters
dressed as if they were from the viceregal era who narrate
stories that occurred in the old mansions of the historic
center during the Colonial Era.
Bernal, Magical Town
A place of cobblestone streets, colonial buildings, dancing
fountains, handicrafts and rich gastronomy, elements that
coexist in a very particular environment where the Peña,
the third largest monolith in the world, is a witness of the
party that is lived in this corner of Queretaro.
You can climb the Peña by steep trails, so you should wear
comfortable clothes and shoes, hydration, sunscreen and a
hat to protect you from the sun. From the top you have a
beautiful panoramic view of the entire valley.
Tequisquiapan
This municipality is famous for its hot springs and
handicrafts. It is another of the most popular tourist places
in Queretaro, for its hot air balloon rides and hot springs
baths.
Some sites that Tequisquiapan offers are the Museum of
the Basket, the Museum of the Rod and Wicker, the Opal
Mines, the temple of Santa Maria de la Asuncion and the
Pila Park, where the annual Cheese and Wine Fair is held.
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Landa de matamoros
In Landa you can enjoy
adventure tourism, because
being part of the Biosphere
Reserve of the Sierra Gorda, it has
caverns, canyons, basements like
the one of Tliaco, with more than
600 metres of altitude where you
can practice camping, mountain
biking, hiking and other
activities.
In the Moctezuma River you can
practice kayaking, boat rides,
sport fishing, horseback riding
and hiking. You will be able to
observe the beauty of the
landscapes and places such as
the waterfall and the Santa
Martha spot.
Querétaro has a wide variety of
places to visit, these are just a
few of the many places that the
state has to offer, without a
doubt you are guaranteed that in
any of these places you will be
able to enjoy history, architecture
and an endless amount of typical
local food.
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Reci

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Enchiladas queretanas
Ingredients
7 Boiled Ancho Chile pieces
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 CARNATION® CLAVEL® Evaporated Milk
Can
2 Cups Water
1 NESTLÉ® Medium Cream Can
1 tablespoon * chicken bouillon powder
1 tablespoon lard
16 Pieces Corn tortillas passed through oil
1 Piece Chicken breast cooked and shredded
1 cup refried beans bayos
200 Grams * Grated panela cheese
1 Piece Romaine lettuce, chopped
Onion gram cut into rings
Instructions
1- Blend / fry
Blend the ancho chiles with the garlic with
onion powder, the CARNATION® CLAVEL®
Evaporated Milk, the water, the chicken
bouillon powder and the NESTLÉ® Half
Cream. Heat the butter and fry the sauce
that you liquefied; cook for 10 minutes over
low heat and reserve.
2- Fill / presentationPass the fried tortillas
through the sauce, fill them with the
chicken and the refried bay beans; Arrange
the enchiladas on a platter, bathe with more
sauce and serve with the cheese, lettuce and
onion.
3-Culinary adviceTo the taste of each
person, it is recommended to substitute
panela cheese for Manchego cheese,
mozzarella cheese, Emmental cheese,
cheddarf cheese or Oaxaca cheese.
4-Nutritional adviceChicken meat is lighter
and easier to digest than red meat. In
addition, it has a high content of highquality
protein, while its caloric content is
low and it is a meat with healthy fats
(unsaturated), such as linoleic acid, which
helps protect the heart and has a wide
variety of vitamins and minerals . It is also
recommended for people with high blood
pressure due to its low sodium content and
is an ideal source of energy for athletes.
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Mole
Ingredients
7 ancho chili peppers
6 mulatto peppers
6 pasilla chili peppers
3 chipotle peppers
1 small onion
2-3 tomatoes
3 garlic cloves
100 g raisins
100 g unsalted peanuts
100 g of almonds
50 g pumpkin seeds
50 g sesame
2 hard tortillas
1 pc. Hard coil
1 male of ripe banana
1 cinnamon stick
3 teeth
½ teaspoon of anise
½ brown sugar cone
1 tablet of chocolate (Ibarra)
1 L. of water
2 vegetable broth tablets
1 teaspoon black pepper
Olive oil or avocado
Sea salt
Instructions
Resultados de traducción
Clean and devein the chilies. In a comal,
grill on both sides, taking care that they do
not burn to avoid making the sauce bitter.
Once roasted, put them in a pot with enough
boiling water, let soak for 20 minutes to
soften. Since they are soft, liquefy and
reserve. Boil tomato, onion and garlic in
another pot.
In a frying pan with enough vegetable oil,
brown the thickeners of the pasta: raisins,
pumpkin seeds, peanuts, almonds, the
tortilla cut into quarters, the bolillo in slices
and sliced plantain. Since they are burned,
blend together with the cinnamon, cloves,
anise, pepper, sesame and gradually add
water until a homogeneous mixture is
obtained.
In a casserole (preferably earthenware) add
vegetable oil, the chocolate bar, the
piloncillo and the vegetable consommé
tablets; move constantly until they fall
apart. Once the consistency is liquid, add
the thickening (step 3) and the chilli sauce,
using a strainer. Mix the three parts very
well and constantly. Season one more time if
necessary. Do not stop stirring for a few
minutes until it comes to the first boil over
low heat. (preferably use a wooden scoop).
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Enmoladas
Ingredients
ENMOLED
Corn tortillas
¼ kg. Mushrooms
¼ Onion in julienne
Black pepper
Sea salt
COMPANIONS
Toasted sesame
Tofu (like fresh cheese)
Sliced onion
Avocado
Instructions
1- In a pot, place a cup of mole poblano
paste, add half a cup of water or vegetable
broth, stir to integrate and obtain a more
liquid mole.
2- In a frying pan, sauté the julienned onion
and the chopped or shredded mushrooms.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Leave a
couple of minutes over high heat to brown.
3- Heat or fry tortillas without browning to
be able to form flutes with the mushrooms.
4- Serve, in a plate arrange flutes, bathe
with enough mole, sprinkle with toasted
sesame seeds, accompany with onion rings,
avocado and tofu.
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