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Tortilla Nation

Posted on June 4, 2008 by Carol

If the American South is Cornbread Nation, then Mexico must be Tortilla Nation, for the tortilla seems to knit a meal together there in a way that spans region, class and taste. Tortillas show up at every meal, and no, … Continue reading →

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Apropos of something . . .

Posted on June 3, 2008 by Carol

Andy and I popped into a neighborhood Japanese restaurant on Sunday and noticed this sign as we sat at the sushi bar: Thanks and arigato!

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A Confession

Posted on June 3, 2008 by Carol

Buenos Dias! We’re back from our week in Mexico City, filled with good food and great memories. Problem is, I’m inundated with ideas and trying to sift through them all. Which one to write about first? and second? and so … Continue reading →

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Mex Without the Tex

Posted on May 22, 2008 by Carol

At the end of a tiny strip mall in Memphis’ Wolf River basin is Las Tortugas Deli Mexicana, where the Magallanes family brings authentic Mexican food to a city in which most so-called Mexican restaurants serve up things a citizen … Continue reading →

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New Orleans Redux

Posted on May 18, 2008 by Carol

As I digest the experiences of my recent week in New Orleans at the annual conference of the International Association of Culinary Professionals, many great moments come to mind. Here are a few: Just being back on the streets of … Continue reading →

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