Tex-Mex: Demystified
Taught by Lauren McDowell
Lauren McDowell’s journey into food culture was ingrained during childhood, where she grew up on the Texas Gulf Coast. Her passion for great food only got worse during her time studying at The University of Texas at Austin, where she graduated with degrees in English and Public Relations. After her stint living on a farm as a Peace Corps Volunteer, she headed to New York University to complete a Master’s degree in Food Studies. Since arriving in NYC, Lauren has spent her time working as a cheesemonger, writing about cheese, food and culture, and teaching classes in academic and retail settings.
Ever wondered what that Texas ex-pat who's always griping about missing Tex-Mex is going on about? Are you unclear about what exactly Tex-Mex is? In this one-session class, we'll cover the history of the cuisine, the difference between various regional dishes and styles, and the reason why breakfast tacos have created a cult-like following among residents of the Lone Star State.
The class will be lecture-based, but selected recipes will be available to make your own delicious Tex-Mex from scratch at home, and we'll sample one dish during class.
