btandcr7101, Author at Benny’s Tacos & Rotisserie Chicken, Mexican Dining

Our Favorite Authentic Mexican Foods

Most of the time, when people think of Mexican food, they think of TexMex- or some other Mexican-inspired cuisine. They often don’t think about the real thing, and that’s a shame! Authentic Mexican foods are muy delicioso and have so much to offer, so this is why we want to share some of our favorite […]

Which to Choose: Pinto or Black Beans?

As we all know, Mexican food often involves beans of some sort, and it’s usually a question or pinto or black beans. After all, beans can help with cholesterol and heart health. Everyone has their preference, but is there a true reigning option? Is there really a difference between pinto or black beans? Let’s find […]

What is Surf and Turf?

If you live near an ocean – like the Pacific Ocean – odds are, you have heard of a food dish called “surf and turf.” International restaurants have even been known to call it “beef and reef.” No matter the name, this delicious meal involves pairing two amazing foods: seafood and red meat. Let’s take […]

How to Tell if an Avocado is Ripe

If you love Mexican food, chances are that you have had avocados, too. After all, they are native to the region. So whether it was guacamole or a sliced avocado topping, you know it enhances any Mexican dish. That being said, nothing is as disappointing as buying an avocado, bringing it home and finding out […]

10 Different Types of Tortillas

If you love Mexican food, then you know one of the core ingredients is tortillas. They are used in almost every dish: nachos, tacos, burritos, fajitas, quesadillas, enchiladas and more. This foundation to Mexican cuisine is noted for its versatility and delicious taste and texture. What you may not know, though, is that there are […]

Homemade Tortillas Recipe

If you are tired of buying tortillas from the grocery store and you want to start making your own from scratch, you’re in luck! Making fresh, homemade tortillas is simple and only requires a few ingredients. Before you know it, you’ll be making tortillas for burritos, quesadillas or even Cinco de Mayo parties. Ingredients:* 2 […]

The History of Churros

We all know and love the delicious dessert that usually comes after a Mexican meal: churros. The deep-fried treat comes in different forms with unique flavors and tastes, including chocolate or caramel. But we have to ask – where did they come from? And how did they get so popular? Let’s take a look at […]

What are the Most Popular Mexican Spices and Flavors?

If you are thinking about making an authentic Mexican meal, be sure to have those Mexican spices and flavors incorporated into your dish! Mexican food is known for its distinct flavors, which come from numerous herbs and spices. These herbs and spices are what often upgrade a would-be boring meal into a delicious main course. […]

The History of the Fajita

It seems that no matter the Mexican or Tex-Mex restaurant, customers are guaranteed to see some form of fajita on the menu. The choice of meat can range from steak to chicken to seafood; some places event offer vegetable fajitas. That wasn’t always the case. Back when the dish was first created, fajitas came from […]

Seltzers and Tacos: Summer’s New Power Couple

It is the end of an era for everyone’s favorite summertime couple—beer and tacos—or at least for the time being. As soon as temperatures began to consistently dip into the mid-to-high 80’s, hard or “spiked” seltzers quickly became everyone’s drink of choice at backyard barbeques. The Rise of Spiked Seltzers Though the concept of spiked […]

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