If you think about it, tamales are simply bundles of holiday love. Around this time of the year, scoops of masa filled with savory surprises are swaddled in corn husks or banana leaves and steamed.

When traveling in Mexico or dining out closer to home, I seek out antojitos — those little whims of street snacks and appetizers. My favorites include flavor-packed, handheld chalupas and sopes made ...

Vegan pupusas are a Salvadoran specialty made from corn masa dough, stuffed with flavourful fillings like seasoned black ...

After a year of pandemic yeast dough and quick bread projects, it’s a pleasure to work with corn masa dough – it’s super simple and forgiving. This flavorful, gluten-free dough is used in the Mexican ...

Latin America has mastered the art of putting joy inside a leaf. Call it culinary origami or ancestral meal prep; the region has been steaming, boiling, and gifting flavors inside corn husks and ...

Welcome to “Cookbook of the Week.” This is a series where I highlight cookbooks that are unique, easy to use, or just special to me. While finding a particular recipe online serves a quick purpose, ...

Large manufacturers must add folic acid to corn masa flour starting in 2026, part of the passing of AB1830, small producers are exempt.

The tortilla is an essential part of Mexican and Central American cuisine that can now be found in almost every corner of the world. The versatile flatbread made from corn flour dough or masa harina ...

When traveling in Mexico or dining out closer to home, I seek out antojitos — those little whims of street snacks and appetizers. My favorites include flavor-packed, handheld chalupas and sopes made ...