In many ways, the experience of eating a Mexican torta is quite similar to having great sex. Both induce all consuming, toe curling pleasure, are deeply satiating, yet one is often surprised by how quickly they are ready for, longing for more….
You can find these tasty sandwiches everywhere in Mexico, made with fresh baked, lightly [...]
Posts from ‘November, 2007’
magallane’s tortas
revolucion day
I was fortunate enough to be visiting the small beach town of Sayulita on November 20, the date when Mexico celebrates the anniversary of its Revolucion which first began back in 1910. It is rare that I share an experience here at gp that is not completely food focused, but this day is very important [...]
benjo’s
I stumbled upon this place my first morning in Puerto Vallarta. A small restaurant without signage, modestly yet cheerfully decorated, it somehow felt promising before I even stepped inside. Benjo’s is owned by Evangilina Madedro, but her daughter Malena is the solid presence here. She does all of the cooking, and always greets her customers [...]
hola!
I’m back, feeling rested, revitalized, inspired and sun-kissed. It has been almost 10 years since I’ve had the great pleasure of visiting Mexico. Though there have been many changes since 1998, it remains as warm, friendly and welcoming as ever. The Mexican people have always been good to me, and their kindness, good humour and [...]
off to mexico
After a hectic couple of months, I am leaving North America behind (for the next few weeks, anyway). Off to Mexico….back November 23. Bueno adiós.
Correction! I never knew this, but it turns out that Mexico actually is part of North America. News to me.
