In Part One, the importance of corn quality and what it means to the making of a proper tortilla was explored. This second installment delves into the process, which appears simple on the surface but is surprisingly complex.
In Search of the Proper Tortilla - Part I
How could something that consists of three ingredients and has been made for thousands of years have so many variables and so little documentation? The simple things are often the most complex.
April 17, 2015
A Trip to Tequila - The Birthplace of Agave Spirits
There is so much to learn about agave spirits. And what better place to start than in the town of Tequila in Jalisco? If you’re not familiar with Tequila, it’s best known as being the birthplace of the drink that bears its name.
April 7, 2015
The Road to Galaxy Taco
"Part of the process of developing a new restaurant concept is being exposed to what others are doing. I have a clear vision for Galaxy Taco—what I want the menu, decor, music, style of service and bar program to be—but it always helps to see what people you respect in the industry are doing."
February 20, 2015
The Story Behind Galaxy Taco
"With Galaxy Taco, my goal is to translate my appreciation of Mexican food through a San Diego lens...What I’m striving to create is a fun place, one that both visitors and locals alike will enjoy for its embodiment of our unique lifestyle and great food and drink."
January 21, 2015