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When it comes to Mexican cuisine, there are plenty of food options to choose from, whether you are looking for a simple breakfast or a heavy meal. For starters, you can have tacos, which are a popular Mexican dish made with a tortilla topped with various fillings. For instance, you can have your taco with…

The word ‘taco’ dates back to the 18th century, and while its origin is unknown, it can be traced back to the silver mines in Mexico. The word ‘taco’ in those mines referred to the little charges used to excavate the ore. In the 19th century, tacos made their way into Mexico City from the…

Some places offer very little choice – this is our burrito, take it or leave it, end of story. But you really want a lot more choice than that. You’ll want it filled with egg, of course, but might like steak or sausage, chorizo or hash browns, beans or bacon as a sumptuous filler. Or…

Plenty of Mexican restaurant owners claim that they offer authentic meals. Yet, if they don’t use fresh ingredients, they’re not telling you the truth: Authenticity – We want our patrons to have a truly authentic experience, which only fresh ingredients can provide. Although some of your favorite Mexican dishes contain processed ingredients, there has always…

Did you know that guacamole has been around since before the 16th century? It was first made by the Aztecs and its name comes from the Nahuatl word “āhuacamolli” — which means avocado sauce. Mashing together avocado with tomatoes and onions provided, and still provides, a DELICIOUS natural food with wonderful nutritional value to many…

Mexican food is famous across the globe due to its exquisite taste and rich history, enjoyed by people from all walks of life. Here are some facts about Mexican food you did not know. It’s healthy since it is made from a blend of all food groups. Most Mexican desserts contain chili, which gives it…

Next time you order a tamale at El Chubby’s Mexican restaurant in Aurora, savor the fact that you’re enjoying an ancient dish that originated in Mesoamerica thousands of years ago. Comprised of a corn dough called masa, tamales are filled with an assortment of meats, cheeses, vegetables or fruits, then wrapped in a corn husk…

Churros are a favorite at Mexican Restaurants, but they have a long, fascinating history! Some interesting facts are below: The churro originated in ancient China as a savory fried snack, called a “youtiao.” Portuguese traders made them their own, covering the pastry in sugar instead of salt. As the snack became popular with Spanish shepherds,…

We know there are lots of foods that are eaten at Christmas but not much the rest of the year. And the festive season fare can be very rich and a bit, well, heavy. So why not break out from festive feasting once or twice over the holiday season and enjoy a great Mexican breakfast.…