Our Media Coverage
Oaxaca Eats Food Tours has been recognized by travel writers, food bloggers, and lifestyle publications for offering an authentic, locally-owned window into Oaxaca’s extraordinary culinary culture.
Los Angeles Times — Find New Experiences and a New Palate Through Oaxaca’s Experiential Dining
The Los Angeles Times features OaxacaEats as the ultimate gateway to the city’s complex culinary traditions. Spotlighting owner Lorena Rubio, the publication highlights the value of bypassing the crowds to explore with an elite local expert. From vibrant markets to unhurried dining tables, this feature showcases our commitment to giving travelers exclusive cultural access and intimate insight.
“Or maybe you meet Lorena Rubio with Oaxaca Eats Food Tours, a local who helps guide visitors navigating the markets, the restaurants, and the bars.”
TravelPulse — Oaxaca, Mexico: What I Learned Traveling to Mexico’s Culinary Hotspot
TravelPulse explores the shifting rhythm of Mexico’s culinary capital, noting that modern travelers no longer have to choose between deep cultural immersion and comfort. In this dedicated feature, journalist Terika L. Haynes spotlights OaxacaEats for our curated approach—offering guests exclusive, guaranteed table seatings and an intimate, unhurried dive into the region’s rich culinary heritage, far removed from the busy street-food stalls.
“Oaxaca Eats Food Tours takes guests to fine-dining establishments in Oaxaca, Mexico.”
InsideHook — Expert Feature
InsideHook is a leading U.S. digital lifestyle publication. Owner Lorena Rubio was featured as a quoted expert source in the article “Learning the Art of Oaxacan Cooking With a Beloved Chef,” positioning Oaxaca Eats as a credible local authority on food tourism.
“The visitors who come to our city are people who seek to immerse themselves in a totally authentic experience within Mexican culture.”
Perks of Travelling — Full Standalone Review
Travel blogger Amanda Perkins published a full firsthand review of the Sunset Food & Cocktail Tour, covering four restaurant stops and highlighting the business’s locally-owned model and charitable giving. Published circa 2024.
“Oaxaca Eats put on a wonderful tour and you could tell they took care and energy to work with the best partners in Oaxaca. I’d definitely recommend this tour to foodies who are interested in exploring the variety of cuisines Oaxaca has to offer.”
Traveling Ness — “19 Best Oaxaca Tours”
Oaxaca Eats is included in Traveling Ness’s actively updated curated guide to the best tours in Oaxaca, with a special mention of owner Lorena Rubio.
“The owner Lorena Rubio is a local Oaxacan woman who has the best guides that truly make you feel you are out enjoying a meal with friends.”
— Traveling Ness — 19 Best Oaxaca Tours for Food, Mezcal & History
Coyote Aventuras — Peer Industry Recommendation
Coyote Aventuras, an Oaxaca-based adventure tour company, recommended Oaxaca Eats in their guide to the best local tours — a meaningful peer endorsement from within the local tourism industry.
“Oaxaca Eats Food Tours have Oaxaca’s vibrant food scene figured out — a perfect rooftop-focused food tour of Oaxaca’s Centro.”
View from Casita Colibrí — Original Feature (2019)
One of the earliest third-party features about the business, published March 2019 by Oaxaca-based expat blogger Shannon. The piece was later reposted with permission on the Oaxaca Eats blog.
“A five-stop culinary adventure through Oaxaca’s Centro — the brainchild of Kay and Dean Michaels, who saw a niche and proceeded to fill it beginning in August 2018.”
Lokal Travel — Sustainable Tourism Platform
Oaxaca Eats is featured on Lokal Travel, a curated platform for sustainable and responsible tourism operators worldwide.
“Oaxaca Eats is like a stroll through the historic Centro with a friend — taking your time to eat at 4 curated restaurants.”
About Oaxaca Eats Food Tours
Founded in 2018 and now owned and operated by local Oaxacan entrepreneur Lorena Rubio, Oaxaca Eats Food Tours offers Classic, Sunset, and Private Customizable food experiences through Oaxaca’s historic Centro. The business is locally owned, and donates 5% of revenue to local charities.
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