@ellabongout: “The essence of a taco is the tortilla.” I went behind the scenes with @beatrizgonzalezchef at @taco_mesa to learn more about the nixtamalization process. In Mexico, many families still practice nixtamalization at home. They then take their corn to the local tortillería—much like going to a neighborhood bakery—where it’s ground into fresh masa, which they use to make their own tortillas at home. It’s truly something special. I got to try their tacos al pastor, barbacoa, and cochinita pibil. Everything is made with love, care, and authenticity, and you can taste it. It honestly does the soul good. #tacos #tacosalpastor #cochinitapibil #barbacoatacos #mexican