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news El Financiero 2026-06-12

Mexico City Seeks to Declare Traditional Eateries 'Cultural Heritage'

Mexico City is proposing to declare its traditional fondas (eateries) as Intangible Cultural Heritage to protect them from gentrification and displacement. These establishments are vital to the city's identity, economy, and employ over 500,000 people.

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