Explore Mexico City with Irma Ruiseñor
Explore Mexico City with Irma Ruiseñor
Irma Ruiseñor is a multi-hyphenate working within Mexico City's bubbling underground scene, having operated as an audiovisual artist, cultural promoter and producer for over a decade.
She first cut her teeth as a radio host with her podcast Sorry I'm Late, which has seen her host episodes with the likes of NAAFI, Deeplinkin, Turning Torso, Ziúr and Flørist, to name a few. This preceded her active involvement in some of Mexico's most cutting-edge parties. Her distinct take on electronic music sees her weave together breakbeat with techno and highly percussive rhythms.
Since, she's grown as a selector and in 2018, she headed up the decks at CDMX's Boiler Room Festival. Now, as a curator and manager of the online radio station YOMobile+ Club Lava, she dives deep into the history of electronic music for each of her shows. Additionally, Irma also organises Deseo, a series of events that unite various facets of the city's alternative electronic music community.
As someone who has an abundance of cultural knowledge on the capital city, she divulges some of her top recommendations.
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Reclusa
“A beautiful space in Colonia Cuauhtémoc offering a variety of mezcal, cuisines inspired by corn, well-curated exhibitions and listening sessions.”
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Drama Radio Bar
“Part of the Yu Yu club, it's a cocktail bar with a nice radio where local DJs and selectors record and stream live sets.”
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Bósforo
“A mezcal bar with a wide range of mezcal options from different regions of Mexico. Bósforo also offers delicious food and a spectacular playlist curated by the owner.”
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Terminal
“It began as a club and an online radio, and now it continues to host an itinerant series of parties and runs a record label where you can discover eclectic sounds from Latin American rave music. You can immerse yourself in the music and the vibe while encountering some of the most iconic DJs from the electronic club community.”
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Lo De Julio
“A cozy restaurant in Colonia Juárez where you can enjoy really nice sandwiches, amazing appetisers like ceviche, delicious bread and a selection of beverages – including vermouth.”
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Loose Blues
“A hidden gem in Mexico, Loose Blues has a diverse kitchen with flavours from Asian cuisines as well as amazing cocktails and a great selection of music. They also have a store with contemporary fashion from local brands and an online radio.”
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Templo
“An amazing and fun Sunday ceviche pop-up kitchen in the heart of downtown CDMX with a spectacular view of the Torre Latino. The place offers a really nice vibe and features amazing local, iconic DJs and guests to set the mood for the afternoon.”
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Fonda 99.99
“Located in the south of the city, this familiar place is a favourite, offering dishes from the southern peninsula of Mexico. Nothing on the menu costs more than 99.99 pesos (hence the name). Highly recommended dishes include lime soup, mix panuchos, and taquitos of queso relleno.”
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Materia Lab
“A hidden showroom in the heart of downtown Mexico City, Materia Lab specialises in street fashion, reflecting the essence of current urban style culture in Mexico.”
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Street Lynx
“An art gallery owned by one of Mexico's most iconic street artists, part of APC Rex Baton. Street Lynx presents and sells art from emerging and contemporary urban artists. They offer free exhibitions and art pieces for sale.”
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