Elote from @antojiitosmentiiras IG
A few weeks ago, a Mexican street food stop opened at 418 N. Tyler. It’s tiny, but the menu packs in loads of flavor, creativity and value — think elote, nachos, burritos, fruit cups and holiday specials such as the limited time Easter fresas con creama. Yum.
The owner said in an Instagram post that he’s “very thankful to be able to join this great community” and describes the goods here as “fresh, simple, delicious ingredients that make mouthwatering treats! Hope you have a chance to stop by and try our delicious freshly cut corn on the cob! 🌽 ❤️”
The Observer‘s Hank Vaughn in February reviewed it and interviewed owner Luis Martinez, whose plan to attend film school at Columbia University was “derailed” by the COVID-19 pandemic. Young Martinez switched to UNT and now is “taking a semester off” to try his had at selling snacks and “little cravings” (antojitos in Spanish), Vaughn reported.
Accessories at Heritage from @heritage_collectivedfw IG
Directly across the street is a relatively new Heritage Collective, a gift store specializing in items made by Mexican artisans — jewelry, leather totes and wallets, art and sculpture, furniture, toys and more.
“We want to celebrate our heritage by honoring the traditions and skills passed from generation to generation in arts like jewelry making, leatherwork and shoemaking,” the proprietors note on the Heritage website. “Because all pieces are hand made with authentic materials like natural leather, they are truly each a one-of-a-kind item and design.”
Come check them both out during this weekend’s spring market, 11-4 Saturday (March 25) at 415 N. Tyler.
