Food History Archives - Backyard Taco

Category Archives: Food History

Thursday, January 4th, 2024

Celebrating Traditional Mexican Food in Mesa, AZ

Backyard Taco got its start in Arizona just over ten years ago when our first location opened in North Mesa. Since then, Backyard Taco has quickly become a fan...
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Thursday, September 7th, 2023

All About National Taco Day

National Taco Day is coming up, and you don’t want to miss out on the tasty food, the celebrations, and the general community of the day. But what makes...
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Friday, April 28th, 2023

What Country Can Claim the Taco?

Tacos are a food known all over the world – and not just on Tuesdays. Since they are a regular component of so many restaurant and family dinner menus,...
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Wednesday, November 2nd, 2022

How to Identify Authentic Mexican Food

When it comes to enjoying authentic Mexican food in America, you’ll likely find many options to choose from. From fast food joints to busy chains and family-owned restaurants, there...
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Tuesday, February 22nd, 2022

Happy National Burrito Day

If there’s anything that most of us can agree on when it comes to food, it’s that there’s a burrito out there for everyone. Not only is this classic...
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Thursday, January 13th, 2022

How to Throw a Fiesta – the History of Carne Asada

There’s nothing quite like biting into a heavenly carne asada taco topped with salsa, cilantro, and onions. Carne asada is a delicious dish that originated in Mexico but is...
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Thursday, December 30th, 2021

The History of Mexican Food and the Role of Chicken

With recipes that date back hundreds of years and traditions that bring everyone together, Mexican food is much more than something to eat — it’s an experience. One of...
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Tuesday, September 28th, 2021

Easy, Cheesy, Beautiful: Everything You’ve Ever Wanted to Know About Mexican Cheese

Aside from vegans, few people can complain about good cheese. When the right cheese is paired with the right dish, it can bring the overall taste from yummy to...
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Thursday, September 2nd, 2021

Meet Your New Mexican Food Favorite: The Gordita

Have you ever been to an American restaurant serving Mexican dishes and wondered how authentic they are? Between grilled cheese sandwiches and hard-shell tacos stuffed with cheddar cheese, there...
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Thursday, July 29th, 2021

Corn vs. Flour Tortillas: What’s the Difference?

Even if you regularly enjoy Mexican food, from tacos to burritos and beyond, you might have considered; are flour and corn tortillas really all that different? And if so,...
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