Tijuana's Mercado Hidalgo, is a place that has turned into a one of the city's many tourist attractions welcoming international visitors as well as locals.

Ever since it opened its doors in 1955, Mercado Hidalgo has made sure to offer a large variety of products. This upcoming October, they will have a grand event in order to celebrate their 60th anniversary, which will have a concert that will featured Grupo Cañaveral. So in light of this upcoming celebration we want to give you five reasons to visit this amazing place in case you haven't.

1.- Here, you will find the best cheese straight from Valle de Guadalupe. A good example is La Cava de Queso where you can find a wide selection of fresh dairy and high quality brands.

2.- If you're looking for a good Mexican dish, La Oxaqueña is a great restaurant with affordable prices and just by the smell of you'll want to come in and taste all of Mexico's flavors.

3.- To create the best of pastries (among other things), Brenda's store has everything you could possibly imagine. From decorating details, to plastic bags, sprinkles and syrups. Visit her shop and let your imagination run wild.

4.-Where can you find the best fruits and vegetables? At Mercado Hidaglo, of course! Here, you will the freshest products along their color filled hallways. And for those seeking for seeds, this will become your new favorite place.

5.- You're done with your shopping, what's next? How about some delicious coconut water. You can just ask for the water or the whole fruit with lime and chili.

Also, don't miss out on the opportunity of discovering the aromas and flavors of Mercado Hidalgo. You can find a great selection of fruits that you probably don't even know the name of, as well of seeds and other delicacies.

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