Who’s Carmen?

Playa del Carmen Food Tour

Eating With Carmen Food Tours was born from a love of food, culture, and sharing unforgettable moments. Since 2017, we’ve welcomed over 30,000 guests from around the world, offering them a taste of Mexico that goes far beyond the guidebooks.

The name “Carmen” is a playful nod to Playa del Carmen — the city where our story began — and to the spirit that defines every one of our tours. Carmen isn’t just a name; she’s the heart of what we do. Think of her as your foodie best friend: warm, curious, and always in search of the next unforgettable bite.

She knows the street vendor by name, the hidden family recipe, and where to find the perfect taco at 2 PM (or 2 AM). With her, you don’t just taste Mexico — you experience it.

That’s the heart of Eating With Carmen Food Tours: real people, real flavors, and memories you’ll brag about long after your trip.

The Team

Daniel

Founder & CEO

Food has always been my passion and I want to share that passion with people from all over the world. Mexican food is full of history and it is a real treasure. I'm very happy to be able to show you its unique flavors, going from street stations to gourmet restaurants while walking through the streets of Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Mérida.

Eating With Carmen Food Tours was born as an alternative to what most usually see in Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Mérida. Our idea is to be able to take our visitors to enjoy the flavors, smells and colors of Mexican food, generally away from the major tourist spots of the city and also be able to support local and small businesses in Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Mérida with our presence.

Everyone who visits the city asks, Where can I go to eat? In Eating With Carmen Food Tours we take care of giving you a tour of the city and introducing yourself into the gastronomic world of Mexico from a global and authentic point of view so that you can experience Mexican food as a whole, together with local people. Come and join us!

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Juan

Operations Manager

I'm Juan, the juan and only. Born and raised in Mexico City, taco capital of the world. I've always been very passionate about México's culture and food. I've been living in Playa for seven years, and have seen it grow fast over time. It's a beautiful place to live in and I'd love to show you how us locals experience food in our wonderful city #PDC.
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Koko

Reservations Manager

I’m Coco, a citizen of the world. Born in Mexico City, my family is from different places in Mexico and has been living and traveling all over the world since I was little. I love to live in Playa del Carmen, it is a great place to meet a lot of people and get to know different cultures, and of course, I want to show you everything I love about this beautiful Mexican food and culture.
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Enrique

Expert Foodie | Playa del Carmen

Hello! I'm originally from Mexico city but have been living in Playa del Carmen for more than 25 years now.

Full time musician, graphic artist and food lover.
I worked as Cook in all sorts of Mexican food restaurants and owned a fast food bar as well.

Since I moved to Playa, showing my culture, my country and all our amazing culinary richness to you and other people from every corner of the world has been my passion.

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Alex

Expert Foodie | Playa del Carmen

Im Alex your friendly guide. I was born and raised in Chiapas, Mexico. I been living in playa for 5 years. I love to share our gastronomic experiences because a I considere Mexican food as a cultural heritage. My pleasure to show you everything about our food and history.

Abbey

Expert Foodie & Blogger| Playa del Carmen

Greetings Foodies! My name is Abbey. Proud Playense originally from Mexico City.
My love and passion for the Hospitality Industry has guided me to work at Seafood Restaurants, Whisky Bars, and even holes in the wall, all the way to Playa del Carmen’s most famous beach clubs, bars and food tours. I am a strong believer that Tacos, Mexican food and Rock n’ Roll are the way to happiness.

Indra

Expert Foodie | Playa del Carmen

I'm Indra, you may call me Indi I was born and raised in Playa del Carmen I'm a full-time food lover and musician, I love meeting new people over some delicious food and conversation and proud to share with you our cultural culinary delights and history.
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Dreyken

Expert Foodie | Cancun

Your friendly neighbor, Dreyken! Born and raised in Cancun, Quintana Roo.
I have a huge passion for food, because, who doesn't? At the end of the day, food is what puts a smile on our face.

My job is to give you a wonderful gastronomic experience. Trying different Mexican dishes, sharing interesting facts about the Mayan culture, and enjoying the streets of our caribbean land.
I also enjoy talking about my foodies travels and experiences.

So... Are we hungry yet? Because I am.

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Paola

Expert Foodie | Playa del Carmen

Hello foodies! My name is Paola.

Im originally from Mexico City but when I came to Playa del Carmen I felt in love with it so my ultimate goal is to make you also fall in love with it.

Im very passionate and silly so prepare to have lots of fun and learn about new things regarding Mexican food and culture.

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Armando

Expert Foodie | Tulum

Besides being a foodie, I am a web developer and digital graphic artist as well as a former cenote cave diver and scuba instructor. I've been living in the Riviera Maya since 1995 and I am originally from Guadalajara Jalisco.
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Marcelo

Expert Foodie | Playa del Carmen

I was born in the city Guadalajara of Jalisco, the land of mariachi and tequila. Playa del Carmen has been my home for 15 years, the need to survive led me to learn new forms of communication, food is a form of expression in the which we can be part of the personality of each place, I am always willing to share and take you to know the heart of the city
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Alejandro

Expert Foodie | Mérida

Hi this is Alex! Im a Chef, born in Mérida who loves sports, aviation, meeting new people, cooking and of course EATING!!!

I’ve lived in the US and Argentina and during my stay I really enjoyed knowing different types of cuisines from all over the world and I will love to share that passion with you!

I’m looking forward to meet you!

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David

Expert Foodie | Mexico City

I'm David. I consider myself a Mexican food embassador, born and raised in Mexico City, Chef and foodie traveler ready to share what I've beeing learning in my life trip.
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Pau

Expert Foodie | Mexico City

I'm Paulina, an adventurous woman, passionate about art and food, you'll find me cooking or plotting my next painting, always hungry for something new.
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Adrian

Expert Foodie | Los Cabos

Hi this is Alex! Im a Chef, born in Mérida who loves sports, aviation, meeting new people, cooking and of course EATING!!!

I’ve lived in the US and Argentina and during my stay I really enjoyed knowing different types of cuisines from all over the world and I will love to share that passion with you!

I’m looking forward to meet you!

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Laura

Expert Foodie | Tulum

Hello foodies;)

I’m Laura, I’ve been living in Tulum for about 15 years. I was born in Merida Yucatán, and I’ve been working on tourism for 19 years.

Most of it on different restaurants of all types of food, such as: Mexican, Italian, Vietnamese, French and even traditional Mayan.

As well Im happy to share part of my culture and traditions to all of you.

Welcome to Tulum:)

“There is no love sincerer than the love of food.”

George Bernard Shaw.

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Anette

Expert Foodie | Mérida

Hey, this is Anette! I'm from Mérida, Yucatán and I love my city. I study international trade and I love learning new languages and discovering cultures that are different from mine.

I hope we can share a delicious Yucatecan dish soon!

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