United Tacos of America (2019)
Synopsis
Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece journey across the United States to discover new flavors, cultures and regional variations of the traditional Mexican dish.
Network
El Rey Network
Episodes
Houston - Asian Mexican Tacos
Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore Houston's diversity through the mixing of Asian and Mexican culture, traditions & recipes and see how these immigrant stories come together.
Lexington - Nuevo South
The Commonwealth of Kentucky, where bluegrass meets tacos. Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore how Southern cuisine and Mexican flavors come together and make some great blue grass tacos. Bourbon carnitas anyone?
Austin - Brisket BBQ Tacos
There are two food groups in Texas: Barbecue and Tacos, and you can get the best of both worlds in Central Texas (Austin,TX). Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore brisket tacos and the roots of Central Texas barbecue.
New York City - Nixtamal Corn Tortillas
Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore New York City and learn about the age old process of making Nixtamal corn tortillas. We'll talk to tortilla makers, women entrepreneurs and explore Mexican identity in the Big Apple.
Rio Grande Valley (TGV) - Ranch-Style Cooking (Barbacoa & Cabrito)
Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore ranch-style cooking in the Rio Grande Valley. We'll learn how cabrito and barbacoa are a way of life in this border region and learn how local groups are providing support to immigrants.
Los Angeles - Birria
Join Taco Journalists Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore Birria in Los Angeles. We'll learn why Birria tacos are all the rage, why L.A. is the best taco city in the U.S. and talk about the impact of street vending in the City of Angels.
New Orleans - Underground Tacos
Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they uncover the underground taco scene in New Orleans. They'll explore how Creole & Mexican culture have united the city through tacos and learn who helped rebuild the city post Hurricane Katrina.
Chicago - Carnitas
Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece in Chicago as they explore carnitas, little meats of pork cooked to golden perfection. We'll find out how to make true carnitas and explore gentrification in Latinx neighborhoods.
Cast
Details
Original Title
United Tacos of America
Status
Returning Series
Seasons
2
Episodes
28
Production
Taco Journalism, LLC