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[Mexico City — Cynthia Cervantes]
Creative Director
Takes Juice Monster on a Lively Tour of Mexico City
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See some of the city's best hidden gems through the lens of Juice Monster’s “Dia de Los Muertos" inspired Mango Loco flavor.
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Juice Monster brings the energy boost Monster Energy fans know and love, with the addition of bold, exciting flavors and real fruit juice. Each juice has its own story and adventurous flavors, from Mango Loco to Rio Punch, inspired by travels all around the world. Mango Loco, an exotic blend of guava, mango, and pineapple, is inspired by ‘Dia de Los Muertos,’ a holiday that celebrates spirituality and memories made with family.
The drink’s vibrant can brings this inspiration to life, adorned with skeletons and lush tropical flowers reminiscent of the annual celebration. To tap into the magic of the place that inspired Mango Loco, Juice Monster headed to Mexico City with creative director Cynthia Cervantes to dive into the community, learn about the local culture, and get the inside scoop on some local “IYKYK” spots. Joining forces with her husband, she co-founded a creative studio, Maroon City, through which she aims to reveal the intricacies and complexities of underground subcultures and queer cultures in Mexico City.
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Taking us for a firsthand look at her favorite hole-in-the-wall spots and hidden gems, Cervantes began this city tour at Marigold, one of her staple brunch spots. The marigold flower is also an important symbol of ‘Dia de Los Muertos,’ so it only made sense to start the day off here with a colorful meal. The restaurant is located in Miguel Hidalgo, CDMX, and while it may not be a “hidden” spot, it is known for offering a unique blend of Mexican and Indian cuisine. Cervantes maintains that this spot truly is a standout favorite because of the enthusiasm the chefs and the entire staff have for their passion: providing delicious meals and using food as a way to conjure community.
“I don't have a particular favorite order because my favorite way to order from Marigold is to let the chefs choose what comes out. You let them know your dietary restrictions, and they prepare you the perfect plate based on what you eat. On this day, they sent me the Maachi fish with crispy garlic and the most savory cilantro chutney to eat it with,” Cervantes shares.
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After brunch, Cervantes headed to Museo Anahuacalli, situated in the San Pablo de Tepetlapa neighborhood of Coyoacán. The museum is a stunning place to spend the morning, and its detailed architecture offers a snapshot into the broader, gestural architectural structures that make up Mexico City. It holds a special place in Cervantes’ heart as it was built by Diego Rivera as an homage to those who graced the land before them — the museum itself was even built from volcanic stone from the historical site it stands on.
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Cervantes took a lively stroll through the bustling streets of Roma Norte, getting her fill of Juice Monster Mango Loco all along the way to keep the energy up, before arriving at the next stop for tacos. Por Siempre, a vegan spot in the heart of the city, has an extensive menu of delectable vegan options. Cervantes enjoyed the plant-based chorizo tacos and alambre tacos made from marinated and sauteed mushrooms. “I'm a pescatarian, so being able to indulge in these flavors hits different after so many years of not eating meat!” she expresses, “I top them off with tons of nopales, lime and green salsa.”
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After having lunch, Cervantes brought us along to Casa Bosques, one of her favorite art bookshops. She appreciates the store’s wide selection of books focusing on Mexican and Latin American artists, sharing that her favorite book purchased from Casa Bosques is Painted Walls of Mexico, a book that explores Mexican murals and the deeply rooted history of murals in Mexico.
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The day concluded with a rooftop happy hour moment at Palomilla, a perfect location to unwind and take in beautiful views of the city. The location is unsuspecting from the outside, but upon entering the bar, guests are greeted with an expansive open ceiling and a welcoming, cozy vibe. The cocktail menu also changes seasonally, so visitors are always in for a surprise. “My favorite is the Sheng-Long Punch — a mix of mezcal, hierbabuena cordial, pineapple and watermelon!” Cervantes says.
Follow along with Cervantes and Juice Monster by checking out the city tour video, above.