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How to Make Mexican Tamales

I shied away from making tamales at home for the longest time, believing it was an undertaking so labor-intensive that it was only worth doing with the help of many, many extra hands. Turns out I was wrong—tamales, while requiring a small amount of assembly time, really aren't all that hard or time-consuming to make at all. After a few rounds of recipe testing, this version with three options for fillings will give you plenty of light, tender, airy, and incredibly flavor tamales…

How to Make Capirotada (Mexican Bread Pudding)

Chef Richard Sandoval of Maya Mexican Restaurant in New York shares with us his recipe for Capirotada (Mexican Bread Pudding), the perfect dessert for the coming holidays.

Yummy, Easy, and Healthy (!) Mexican Treats

13 Dishes That Aren't Actually Mexican

So you're totally convinced that your dinner last night was an original Mexican recipe? Think again.

What The Heck Is An Empanada?

These humble hand pies are the perfect combo of savory filling and flaky crust. We share some history, and two recipes for you to try!

Why restaurants are so loud nowadays

The Only 2 Mexican Beers You Need

Our beer expert ranks the tried-and-true Mexican lagers that are always at your trusty corner store.

Stop Looking at Restaurant Menus Ahead of Time

Unless you have dietary restrictions, stop anxiously planning your meal before you even get to the restaurant

13 Things You Should Never Do in a Restaurant (Slideshow)

There’s a lot that needs to happen in order to allow restaurant service to go smoothly, and while guests are obviously paying customers, there’s no...

What to Order (and What to Avoid!) With Restaurant Food

What to Order and What to AVOID With Restaurant Food. If you’re aiming to eat healthily, you don’t need to fear eating out (or even ordering to-go or delivery). Restaurants today have more healthy options than ever before and are more accommodating to customers’ requests. Eating restaurant food doesn’t have to cancel out the...

4 Questions About Vinyl Restaurant Chairs, Barstools and Booths

Vinyl is one of the most popular options for restaurant chairs, barstools and booths. This blog contains valuable vinyl restaurant furniture information.

Are restaurants too loud? The ins and outs of restaurant acoustics

Studies conclude that the ability to hold a conversation is more important to patrons than restaurants previously, so why is it so hard to get it right?

9 Super-Annoying Things You Do at Restaurants, According to Restaurant Workers

Pro tip: They can tell when you're faking that food allergy.

7 Precautions To Take Before Eating at a Restaurant

By following these restaurant precautions, you can guarantee a safe dining experience at your favorite restaurant. Here's what you need to do.

4 Myths about Restaurant Patio Furniture

For business owners, architects or designers creating a restaurant patio, 4 myths about restaurant patio furniture are debunked in this blog post.

4 Steps to a Clean Restaurant that Stays Clean

A clean restaurant is a matter of pride and safety. It's part of Restaurant 101. Follow these steps to ensure you have a clean restaurant.

10 Restaurant Concepts That Don't Mean Anything Anymore

Yesterday's list of some of the words restaurants use to describe their restaurant—Jewsion, Gastro fusion—was almost an exercise in the absurd. But there are ot