While the exact origin of the taco isn’t known, it is believed to date back as far as the 18th century in the silver mines of Mexico. The word taco itself referred to the small wrapped explosives used to extract the ore in the mines. Others debate this founding claim citing that tacos originated when the […]

Celebrations, parades, and fireworks fill the air throughout Mexico on September 16th. This date commemorates Mexico’s independence from Spain. In Mexico City, the President recites the famous Grito de Delores while reenactments, festivals, and flags are proudly displayed throughout the country. Until 1821, Mexico was sternly ruled by the Spanish. With Spaniards, as appose to […]

Mexican brewed beers have reached all-time popularity high in the United States. “The Mexican beer is growing while the rest of the beer business is drying up or being siphoned off by new small-batch brewers,” says Bloomberg Business. In fact, Mexican beers now account for well over half of the beer imported to the American […]

Tortilla chips and guacamole are staples in the diets of most Tex-Mex-loving Americans. Like peanut butter and jelly, chips and guac’ are a time-honored pair. For many, it is unheard of to sit down for dinner or a happy hour without this tasty combination. Since the time of the Aztecs, guacamole has been a staple […]

Salsa is topping ketchup as the condiment of choice, tortillas are more popular than hot dog and hamburger buns, and tortilla chips are outselling potato chips. There is no question that the popularity of Mexican food is on the rise north of the border. What can we attribute this rise in growth and popularity to? […]

Despite many myths, Cinco de Mayo, or the fifth of May, is not a celebration of Mexican Independence Day. Rather the holiday commemorates the Battle of Puebla. On May 5, 1862, the Mexican army defeated the French at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco- Mexican War. The Battle of Puebla happened during a hostile […]

Chili peppers are cultivated around the world and come in a wide variety of colors, flavors, and spices. From tongue-torching hot to sweet and crisp, peppers are nutrient-rich vegetables. Varieties of these small, bright pods can really pack the heat. The spicy of the chili pepper is measured on the Scoville scale, with 0 SHU […]

There are many great influences on recipes and drinks from Mexico. Tacos, guacamole, burritos, and the most beloved of all… the margarita. Salt, no salt, frozen or on the rocks- no matter how you like them, that sweet and salty combination is sure to hit the spot. Although it isn’t known exactly who invented the […]

At Amigo’s Mexican Restaurants, we celebrate the dishes and recipes we know best, but also love to have fun with cooking. That’s why we make everything fresh and from scratch, and aren’t afraid to put a little “Tex” in “Tex Mex.” We serve up family dishes like Abuela’s Guacamole and Traditional Tamales with savory pork […]