Inside the World of Tacos & Burritos | Mauricio Velázquez de León Food Origins Podcast 78

Mauricio has spent more than 25 years in food media and publishing, writing for Saveur, Gourmet, Escala, and Lonely Planet. Born in Mexico City and living in the United States for nearly 30 years, he brings a unique perspective to conversations about food, culture, and identity. As founder of the award-winning independent publisher duopress, he has helped create innovative nonfiction and illustrated books for readers worldwide. Mauricio is the author of AN ILLUSTRATED GUIDE TO TACOS AND BURRITOS: A Comic Book with Stories, Recipes, and More [August 11, 2026 | duopress/Sourcebooks], an innovative cookbook that combines authentic recipes, culinary history, and comic-style illustrations to explore two of the world's most beloved foods. As both a food journalist and publisher who has spent decades writing about Mexican food traditions, Mauricio brings a perspective that is both deeply informed and personal. He is the great-nephew of Josefina Velázquez de León, the "Julia Child of Mexico," whose pioneering work played a pivotal role in defining modern Mexican culinary traditions and helped shape how we understand Mexican food today. https://www.tacosandburritosbook.com Send us Fan Mail Firecracker Farm Small-batch Spicy Salt Family farm with a secret blend of Carolina Reaper, Ghost, and Trinidad Scorpion peppers. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show