Say Mexican style recipes and most people will think of burritos and tacos. But those, and other very heavy foods, are the traditional product primarily of Northern Mexico. There’s much more to the country and its cuisine. Not only are there regional differences, but Mexico itself is a diverse land of Aztec, Mayan and Spanish influences, with a bit of French thrown in for good measure. read more..
Pizza may be associated more often with Italy, but the Mexican variety is hardly just a cheap knock-off. Quite the opposite. A good Mexican pizza will knock your socks off. They do have some things in common – flour, cheese, tomatoes. But there the similarities end. Mexican pizza recipes are a world away from that of their cousin. read more..
There are many wonderful recipes that families and individuals can try to get a sampling of other country’s cultures. This can not only be fun and different, but give individuals an appreciation of other distinctive food. Some of those different cuisines can include Chinese, Vietnamese, and Thai. One additional popular cuisine is Mexican food. read more..
Mention Mexican meal ideas and most people will instantly think of tacos or burritos. But just as Mexico itself is a rich and diverse culture composed of elements from the centuries, so is Mexican cuisine equally varied. read more..
Mexican food has the reputation for being high fat and high calorie. Some of that reputation may be deserved. A single beef and cheese chimichanga is about 445 calories and is high in sodium and fat. Even a small taco is around 400 calories and can be high in fat, especially when laden with sour cream. read more..
