By Victor Rubio
Chamoy and Tajín both deliver the tangy, salty, chile flavor loved in Mexican snacks, but they are not the same. Discover what each condiment contains, how their flavors and textures...
By Victor Rubio
Enjoy fresh-off-the-comal flavor without making tortillas from scratch. Discover why uncooked flour tortillas taste so good, how quickly they cook, and how to use them for quesadillas, family meals, and...
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By Victor Rubio
Discover the history of Vero candy and the Mexican flavors behind favorites like Vero Mango, Rebanaditas, Pica Fresa, Rellerindos and Elotes. Learn how mango, tamarind, chile, lime and salt came...
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By Victor Rubio
Chile Tepin and Chile Pequin may look similar, but these tiny Mexican peppers have distinct shapes, flavors and levels of heat. Discover how to tell them apart and which chile...
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By Victor Rubio
Saladitos are dried salted plums with a long cultural journey, from Asian preserved fruit traditions to northern Mexico’s borderland snack culture. Learn how these salty, sour treats became a nostalgic...
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By Victor Rubio
Discover Chile Morita, the sweet, smoky dried jalapeño used in Mexican salsas, moles, adobos, stews, chilaquiles and comfort foods. Learn how hot Morita chiles are, what they taste like, how...
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By Victor Rubio
Pelon Pelo Rico is one of Mexico’s most playful and nostalgic candies. Learn the history of this iconic tamarind treat, why its push-up dispenser became famous, and how to enjoy...
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By Victor Rubio
Bandera de Coco is one of Mexico’s most colorful traditional candies, made with shredded coconut and layered in the red, white, and green colors of the Mexican flag. Learn about...
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By Victor Rubio
Learn the history of traditional Mexican ollas de barro, why clay bean pots bring out the flavor of frijoles de la olla, how Mexican clay cookware is made, and how...
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By Victor Rubio
The History of Shot Glasses: A Mexican Perspective The story of the shot glass is often told through European taverns, American saloons, and modern bar culture. But from a Mexican...
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By Victor Rubio
Discover the rich history and smoky flavor of authentic chipotle salsa in the first entry of MexGrocer’s Mexican Salsa Series. Learn how ancient Mesoamerican traditions evolved into one of today’s...
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By Victor Rubio
Explore the rich history of Mexican candy and discover why Mazapán remains one of Mexico’s most beloved sweets. Learn about its origins, cultural roots, regional traditions, and shop authentic Mexican...
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By Victor Rubio
Discover how Mexico celebrates Mother’s Day on May 10 with traditions, authentic recipes, and the cultural meaning behind Día de las Madres.
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