An Illustrated Guide to Tacos and Burritos: A Comic Book with Stories, Recipes, and More -- Mauricio Velázquez de León, Paperback
Cook like a pro, read it like a comic--the ultimate kitchen experience starts here.
This one-of-a-kind comic book-style cookbook invites taco lovers and curious cooks of every age to explore Mexican food, one illustrated recipe at a time. Follow clear, step-by-step instructions and artwork as you make favorites like tacos al pastor and Mission-style burritos, along with salsas, fillings, and more.
With more than 80 authentic recipes and practical guidance on ingredients, techniques, and adaptations, this book makes it easy to get cooking. Along the way, engaging stories reveal the history and traditions behind the dishes, drawing on careful research and a
deep respect for the diversity of Mexican cuisine.
Fun to browse and rewarding to cook from, this book welcomes beginners and experienced cooks alike. It's a memorable gift for teens, families, and food lovers who want to read, learn, and cook together.
"An Illustrated Guide to Tacos and Burritos brings Mexican food alive in a way no other book does. From poignant history to lively background for each regional taco and burrito, this book offers the real deal. Mexican food is richly diverse and captivatingly delicious, and Mauricio Velázquez de León leads you through the best of it.
--Rick Bayless, award-winning chef, best-selling author, and host of Public Television's Mexico: One Plate at a Time
"This book should be called "Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Tacos and Burritos But Were Afraid to Ask." It is an authoritative guide to the vast world of Mexico's favorite food, explained to the reader as only a native of Mexico City could explain it."
--James Oseland, Top Chef Masters judge and editor of World Food Books
"This cookbook, written in the form of a comic book, will appeal to aspiring cooks of all ages and is a definite buy for a fun alternative to typical cookbooks."
--Library Journal
"An Illustrated Guide to Tacos and Burritos is an animated addition to a canon we all know and love."
--Jorge Gaviria, founder and CEO of Masienda and author of Vitamina T: Your Daily Dose of Tacos, Tortas, Tamales, and More Mexican Street Food Classics and Masa: Techniques, Recipes, and Reflections on a Timeless Staple
Author: Mauricio Velázquez de León
Publisher: Duopress
Published: 8/11/2026
Pages: 176
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.4 lbs
Size: 9.96" H x 7.54" L x 0.68" W
ISBN: 9781464222429
