American Tacos: A History and Guide

The first history of tacos developed in the United States, now revised and expanded, this book is the definitive survey that American taco lovers must have for their own taco explorations.

Everything a food history book should be: illuminating, well-written, crusading, and inspiring a taco run afterwards. Youll gain five pounds reading it, but dont worrymost of that will go to your brain.Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times

[Ralat] gives an in-depth look at each tacos history and showcases other aspects of taco culture that has solidified it as a go-to dish on dinner tables throughout the nation.Smithsonian Magazine

A fascinating look at Americas many regional tacos. . . . From Californias locavore tacos to Korean K-Mex tacos to Jewish deli-Mex to Southern-drawl Sur-Mex tacos to American-Indian-inspired fry bread tacos to chef-driven moderno tacos, Ralat lays out a captivating landscape.Houston Chronicle

Youll learn an enormous and entertaining amount about [tacos] in . . . American Tacos. . . . The book literally covers the map of American tacos, from Texas and the South to New York, Chicago, Kansas City and California.Forbes

An impressively reported new book . . . a fast-paced cultural survey and travel guide . . . American Tacos is an exceptional book.Taste