Cultural appropriation (and appreciation), gentrification and gentefication. What’s in the mix? I recently published a Post on an unique prehispanic cooking tool called the molinillo. Mexican Cooking Equipment : The Molinillo This tool has become, more or less, the focus for this Post as a molinillo that has recently entered my collection raised a few questions within myself regarding when (and how) is it OK … Continue reading Gentification of the Molinillo?
As a chef I have amassed a collection of books regarding the cuisines of many cultures. The largest section of my collection is by far the books on México (and México adjacent) cuisine. This is a small journey through the library of my mind. This was the book that fundamentally changed my understanding of Mexican cuisine and cookery. This book also introduced me to the … Continue reading Books along the way
Cover photo : the tendency of the Northern States (of México, not el otro lado) to consume their menudo with a bolillo rather than the typical tortilla. Strap yourself in. This one rambles a bit. I’m trying to sort something out in my head. Lalo Alcaraz is an American cartoonist most known for being the author of the comic La Cucaracha, the first nationally syndicated, … Continue reading “Cultural” Appropriation of Cuisines?
Masa Americana 