We recently discovered Masienda Tortillas at a local Whole Foods store. After trying many brands of tortillas, both here in the United States and in Mexico, we're always searching for great tortillas. Personally, the corn tortilla is our favorite. Corn is the perfect ingredient for tortillas. Corn is considered a whole grain; gluten-free, it's naturally higher in fiber and … [Read more...] about What is Nixtamalization? Masienda Heirloom Corn Tortillas and Ancient Traditions
Food & Wine
Move Over Pizza – Latin Food Overtaking Italian as America’s Favorite
A recent study showed Americans are increasingly requesting Latin and Tex-Mex style foods at restaurants. According to Datassential, a restaurant-menu consultancy company, Mike Kostyo (the "trendologist") analyzed 2022 menu data and found that customers had moved away from traditional Italian offerings. Trend analysis revealed that customers tended more towards spicier selections, such … [Read more...] about Move Over Pizza – Latin Food Overtaking Italian as America’s Favorite
Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants – The Inaugural 51-100 List for 2022
The 50 Best Restaurants award ceremony for Latin America took place on Tuesday 15th November 2022 in Mérida, Yucatán. The first in-person meeting for the region's gastronomic community since 2019, an additional 50 more restaurants were added to the first 1-50 list rankings. For the first time, Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants included a total of 100 venues; the 51-100 list expanded … [Read more...] about Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants – The Inaugural 51-100 List for 2022
Mexico Now Festival Returns to NYC
One of New York's best celebrations of Mexican culture, Celebrate Mexico Now Festival is returning to New York City with another great collection of venues and events. One of the only independent arts festivals specifically centered around Mexican culture, Celebrate Mexico Now brings together some of the finest artists and chefs as part of its two week long celebration. One of the … [Read more...] about Mexico Now Festival Returns to NYC