Tacos, Burritos & the Story of Mexican Food with Mauricio Velázquez de León - Episode 273

How did tacos and burritos become two of the world’s most beloved foods?

On Episode 273 of The Edible Valley Podcast, Chef Jonathan Frazier talks with longtime food writer, publisher, and author Mauricio Velázquez de León about the history, culture, and evolution of Mexican food.

Mauricio is the author of An Illustrated Guide to Tacos and Burritos, a unique book that combines recipes, culinary history, and comic-style illustrations. Born in Mexico City and a longtime food writer and publisher, Mauricio brings both professional experience and a deeply personal connection to Mexican cuisine.

He’s also the great-nephew of Josefina Velázquez de León, a pioneering Mexican cookbook author and educator often called the “Julia Child of Mexico.”

Jonathan and Mauricio explore the origins of tacos and burritos, regional Mexican food traditions, how Mexican cuisine has evolved as it crossed borders, and what food can teach us about migration, culture, and identity.

It’s a conversation about food, family, history—and why tacos and burritos have become such enduring global favourites.

Listen to Episode 273 of The Edible Valley Podcast with Mauricio Velázquez de León.

We’re also expanding the Edible Valley Podcast with two new shows:

• F3 Podcast – Food, Football & Fun 🏈🍴
  Hosted by Chef Jonathan Frazier and Erin Haluschak, F3 brings together football, fantasy football, food, and plenty of fun. Each episode connects the world of the NFL with great food, team culture, and the stories behind the game.
• That Cooking Thing 🍳
  Hosted by Chef Jonathan Frazier, That Cooking Thing is a practical cooking show designed to help home cooks become more confident in the kitchen. From knife skills and mise en place to stocks, sauces, and beyond, each episode breaks down the techniques chefs use every day and shows how you can use them at home.

Both shows are now part of the Edible Valley Podcast family, giving us new ways to share food, cooking, sports, and the people and stories that make our food community special.