José R. Ralat
Texas Monthly
Dallas, TX, United States
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The Taco Welcomes All Into Its Fold
Nothing transcends culinary borders like the tortilla. → Read More
The Midland-Odessa Taco Trail
Explore the oil patch’s regional specialties, from overstuffed burritos to crispy tacos—just remember to bring cash. → Read More
How to Eat Your Way Across Mexico City
Three newcomers and five mainstays that you won’t want to miss. → Read More
The Top 25 New(ish) Taquerias in Texas
Our first midterm report indicates that all over the state, tradition abides while creativity flourishes. → Read More
7 Mexican Grilled Cheese Sandwiches to Try Now
This classic comfort food is made heartier and more exciting when stuffed with rich barbacoa and spicy birria, as it is at many restaurants across Texas. → Read More
This San Antonio Joint Might Serve the Best Tacos al Pastor in Texas
El Pastor Es Mi Señor follows the Mexico City tradition of trompo cooking, which yields beautiful pork and sirloin in tacos, salads, tortas, and more. → Read More
Enjoy a Breakfast Taco With Every Filling From This Homey Tex-Mex Diner
Sylvia's Mexican Restaurant has become such a staple over its 32 years in Stockdale that it's practically a second home for locals. → Read More
12 Types of Taquerias and How to Spot Them
The vibes these restaurants cultivate, from the “South Texas diner” to the “Tex-Mex palace,” say as much about them as the food does. → Read More
Texas Dazzles in the 2022 James Beard Award Semifinals List
With 38 nominations, our restaurants and chefs are coming in hot after last year's awards were canceled. The group is the most diverse it's ever been. → Read More
Don’t Panic Over the Avocado Embargo
After a death threat on a U.S. official halted the importation of Mexican avocados this week, restaurants and grocers remain optimistic. → Read More
In Memoriam: a Neighborhood Taqueria
From a word-of-mouth backyard pop-up to a nationally lauded brick-and-mortar, the Oak Cliff location of Trompo was a spot like no other. Now it’s gone. → Read More
The San Antonio Taco Trail
This Tex-Mex wonderland of a city has some of the best taquerias in the state. → Read More
A Northeast Texas Shop Makes Artisan Tortillas the Old-fashioned Way
Run by a third-generation tortilla-maker, Tortilleria Terrell also offers tacos, tamales, gorditas, and enchiladas. → Read More
Houston’s Henderson & Kane Offers Stellar Brisket Tacos, Tamales, and Sundry Other Treats
Don’t miss the horchata cold brew. → Read More
This Austin Chef Reimagines the Taco—and Grinds His Own Corn
At Trill Foods, Nick Belloni is making some of the city’s most creative dishes. → Read More
A Robot Will Deliver Your Burrito at This Quirky Plano Joint
Stunts aside, Taqueria Los Angeles makes some of the best burritos in North Texas. → Read More
If You Love Queso, Try Queso Fundido, Its Equally Delectable Mexican Ancestor
Texas chefs are putting a fresh spin on the dish, which often comes loaded with toppings—or even lit on fire. → Read More
The Carnitas Revolution Is Coming
This might be the biggest taco trend since birria de res. → Read More
Taconeta’s Veggie-Forward Menu Packs a Punch, With an Anime Twist
The El Paso taqueria offers fresh tortillas, creative fillings, and fiery salsas that nod to Dragon Ball fandom. → Read More
Pork Chop Tacos Are San Antonio’s Best-Kept Secret
While figuring out how to eat one might seem daunting, it's well worth the effort. → Read More