The storefront on Emiliano Zapata features a wall of glass jars filled with liquids in shades of melon, hibiscus, and tamarind. These are aguas frescas, drinks made by blending fresh fruit with water and a hint of sugar. The shop operates on a simple cycle. Every morning, the owner hauls crates of produce from the nearby market, peels the fruit by hand, and strains the pulp until the mixtures are smooth. Locals stop here for a cup before the afternoon heat sets in.
Agua de Fresca
food drink