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Hay Comida en la Casa

Standing in the Shade of My Abuelito’s Lemon Tree

On Social Media, Shared Recipes Connect Mexican Cooks

Contrary to the trope, not everyone learns to cook from their moms, tías, or abuelas. These creators want more people to embrace that.

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A Breakfast Ritual in My Blood

How we eat is usually influenced by family. With my bicultural upbringing, inspiration lands on the plate in sometimes unexpected — and comforting — ways.

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My Mother, Her Verdolagas, and Me

Considered by some to be an invasive weed, generations of Mexican cooks have harnessed the power of purslane — including those in my family