# Artisan Mexican Eateries Mexico City's New Pujol Restaurant Spotlights Wholesome Local Ingredients By Jana Pijak | Published 2018-02-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-pujol References: [pujol.mx](http://pujol.com.mx/en/) & [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/pujolrestaurant/) Located in the heart of Mexico City, a new [Pujol](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/del-caf) restaurant specializes in dishes made from wholesome and local ingredients. The eatery's [luxury-minded menu](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxe-culinary-experience) is all about subtlety and presentation, appealing to serious foodies seeking options that are not only authentic but also expertly crafted. Some of Pujol's most memorable menu items include a Sea bass with cacahuatzintle juice and celery, a cauliflower appetizer served with almond salsa macha and chile de árbol, along with the restaurant's best-selling churro dessert. In addition to working with traditional ingredients that are native to Mexico City, the restaurant is also home to more daring cultural dishes, including those that replace meat proteins with a healthy helping of insects that are carefully prepared and beautifully presented for patrons. Image Credit: Instagram @pujolrestaurant ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Artisan Mexican Cuisine:** There is a growing trend of artisan Mexican eateries that specialize in dishes made from wholesome and local ingredients. - **Luxury-minded Menus:** Restaurants like Pujol are embracing luxury-minded menus, focusing on presentation and appealing to serious foodies. - **Cultural Dishes with Insects:** There is an emerging trend of cultural dishes that incorporate insects as a replacement for meat proteins, offering a unique and sustainable option. ### Where This Applies - **Hospitality:** The hospitality industry has an opportunity to cater to the growing demand for artisan Mexican cuisine by offering unique dining experiences and menu options. - **Fine Dining:** Fine dining establishments can embrace luxury-minded menus and focus on presentation, attracting serious foodies who value culinary craftsmanship. - **Alternative Protein:** The alternative protein industry can explore the use of insects as a sustainable and culturally diverse ingredient in the creation of new food products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Miami Mexican Eateries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chateau-zz.md) - [Garden Shed-Inspired Mexican Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plumbago-restaurant.md) - [Mexican Culinary Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marriott-bonvoy-x-pati-jinich.md) - [Mississauga-Based Mexican Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/molkagtez-mexican-cuisine.md) - [Elevated Luxury Dining Destinations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-dining-destination.md) - [Mexican Holiday Taco Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chile-en-nogada-taco.md) - [Traditional Mexican Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mexican-moles.md) - [Slow-Simmered Mexican Stews](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marys-pozole.md) - [Family-Owned Mexican Cafés](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/del-caf.md)