Mexican foods are based mostly in ancient traditions while Hispanic foods differ depending on the region or town. Hispanic cuisines are introduced by Spanish colonists but are greatly influenced by Europeans. Although each region has its own cuisine variations, some people tend to add a mixture of Hispanic Mexican food so as to provide a great tasting recipe.

Mexican cuisine is known for its varied and intense flavor, color and variety of spices. Authentic Hispanic food is indescribable because food is prepared in many ways, having certain preferences. Hispanics in each region utilizes food techniques and prepares the food in terms of sweetness, spiciness and bitterness.

Historically, when Spaniards first arrived in Mexico City, they found out that corn-based dishes, along with spices and herbs, are the main diet of the people there. The conquistadores incorporate their diet with pork, chicken, wine, fruits and spices, as well as other native foods in Mexico.

It is all around us. We can’t seem to escape it. It has caused records in unemployment, strained marriages and most recently the poverty levels in America. The Economy, the “at-fault” of everything that has occurred in recent times and what is in the road ahead. The Economy is the new four letter word for the way Americans are living in uncertain times.  The blame for “The Economy” has been blamed on the President, The Republicans, The Democrats, The Senate, Congress, Washington etc., etc., etc.

If I were to ask you “What is the most important element on a dinner table?” Would you say the meal itself? Would you say the fish, chicken or other protein? Maybe it is the side’s pasta, rice or veggies. Is it the creativity of the cook and the plating of the dish?Speaking of plating, a dish wouldn’t be complete without the circular disc of porcelain which serves as a serving vessel.

In this case I say it is the napkin. Napkin? What? A NAPKIN!? Yes, a simple napkin.

I truly believe our first taste of freedom was exactly that- a taste. When we first decided we no longer wanted those strained peas our moms were forcing us to eat- we decided. Isn’t that what freedom is all about? Even before we were able to venture out by ourselves we were given the freedom to choose –“What do you want for dinner?”  Whether it was at a restaurant, the supermarket or picking what was for supper our first taste of freedom was in Food.