A Taco Testimony

Tacos this weekend reminded me of a book I read called “A Taco Testimony- Meditations on Family, Food and Culture,” by Denise Chavez. I read this book for a food history course a few years ago where we read, wrote about, and discussed a number of food history texts. This book was one of my favorites. After we read it, we discussed the symbolic role of the taco and how it provided not only nourishment, but a source of empowerment and stability throughout Chavez’s life. While the taco doesn’t have as much cultural value associated with it to me as it may have for Chavez, I grew up with tacos and connect them with very good memories. Southern Californians are spoiled with having access to the best Mexican food around. If anyone is looking for a good read with good food, I recommend Chavez's memoir with King Taco. Que Viva el Taco!

Only found in So Cal...


Hannah as she connects with her tacos.


Carne asada, onions, and cilantro on fresh corn tortillas


We couldn't resist the nachos


We really couldn't.


Jen (visiting from New York) was really missing good Mexican food.

They need to bring this to the East Coast soon.

"Tacos are a celebration of hope."

"Tacos can save your life."

-Quotes from A Taco Testimony by Denise Chavez