Oaxaca is a land of smoke and spirit—where fire is still the truest ingredient. Here, flavors are born from stone and earth: moles stirred for hours, corn ground by hand, and mezcal distilled by moonlight. During Día de los Muertos, the city comes alive in color and ritual—altars glowing with marigolds, music echoing through the streets, and tables heavy with memory. This journey takes you inside the kitchens, markets, and traditions that define Oaxaca—where every meal tells a story of ancestry, resilience, and reverence.