Enrique Olvera, the renowned chef at the helm of world-class restaurants such as the acclaimed Pujol in Mexico City, turns his expert eye in this book to his true passion: the everyday taco, which he describes as gastronomy’s most democratic dish.

Halfway between a historical essay and a signature cookbook, Días de sol, noches taqueras offers a comprehensive exploration of the origins, evolution, accompaniments and endless variations of this Mexican icon.

The book brings together a hundred recipes adapted for home cooking, organised into two main sections: ‘Classics’, focusing on the most popular street foods such as north-western fish tacos, Monterrey pork crackling or the stews sold from urban tricycles; and ‘Originals’, where Olvera gives free rein to her creativity by reinterpreting recipes with creations such as Brussels sprout tacos with spicy peanut butter, ceviche or pancetta with smoked beans. An essential read for understanding the richness of Mexico’s popular culinary heritage through the eyes of one of its most illustrious exponents.

Key features:

• Cover: Softback.
• Pages: 224 pages.
• Language: Spanish.