The city of Toluca is known for the candy of alfeñique its residents produce for Día de Muertos (“Day of the Dead”). But its tradition dates back to the 16th century when the first manufacturer of these sweets was established in North America. The Museo del Alfeñique tells the story of these sweets and the way they are traditionally manufactured in the city. This story gets accompanied by skulls in every corner of the space, including some animatronic skeletons. Every year, the museum also exhibits the best edible works of the…
