Tiara Darnell poses in the outdoor seating of her restaurant, Blaxicocina (R). Blaxicocina sits in the Navarte neighborhood. The mural was done by Oaxacan artist Lelo. Insert: One of Blaxicocina’s most popular fusion dishes, buffalo al pastor chicken wings, along with Old Bay seasoned french fries and Mexican aqua de. Image Credit: Héctor Alejandro Arzate / DCist/WAMU
Tiara Darnell, from Mitchellville, Maryland, has carved out a slice of home in the heart of Mexico City with the opening of Blaxicocina, marking the city’s first venture into soul food dining.
Blaxicocina, the brainchild of Darnell, stands as a beacon of cultural fusion, offering traditional soul food fare to both Black Americans yearning for a taste of home and curious locals eager to explore new culinary frontiers.
With offerings ranging from fried chicken to cornbread, carrot cake to sweet tea, Darnell’s menu boasts recipes passed down through generations, rooted in the vibrant culinary traditions of Washington, D.C., and Prince George’s County, Maryland.