After visiting many taquerias in Mexico, my expectations for Texan tacos were admittedly low. I arrived in Austin to find myself at a crossroads- do I embark on a potentially unsuccessful mission to find that “authentic” hole-in-the-wall spot serving the best Mexican food this side of the border? Or do I cave and experience Tex-Mex…
Tag: Portrait
Bananarchy: A Catalyst for Investigating Anna Banana’s Banana Obsession
I blame it on being nicknamed ‘Anna Banana’ as a little girl, but I am notoriously obsessed with all things banana. (I honestly can’t remember the last day I went without one). So, when I spotted this specialty frozen banana dessert stand, Bananarchy, in a food truck lot near my Airbnb in Austin, I knew…
The Woman Behind Bourdain’s Beloved Mexico City Seafood Spot
When I read that one of Bourdain’s favourite spots for seafood was La Guerrerense, I knew where I was heading for lunch one sunny afternoon in Mexico City. I always seek out the chef, owner, anyone who can tell me a story behind what I’m eating (even if in a language I don’t understand). Well…
The Nourishing Chronicle 