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June 19, 2026


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Mexican and Latin Concepts Shine at 2026 James Beard Awards Ceremony


Two Mexican-inspired restaurants and a bar that pays homage to Latin culture were honored during the 2026 James Beard Foundation Restaurant and Chef Awards ceremony on June 15 at The Lyric Opera House in Chicago. Read More
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Owners Severely Burned in Taco Truck Explosion


A husband and wife in Huntingdon, Tennessee were severely injured when their taco truck -- TNT Taco Truck -- exploded on June 4. Tim and Tiffany McPherson were airlifted to a hospital in Nashville with second- and third-degree burns. Read More
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José Miguel Jáuregui Wins Mexico's National Sommelier Competition


On a day that brought together some of the country’s most prominent professionals and coincided with the celebration of International Sommelier Day, the Mexican Sommeliers Association (ASM) held the grand finale of the 2026 National Sommelier Competition, where José Miguel Jáuregui earned the profession’s highest honor. Read More
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'Choose Mexican Wine' Campaign Launched


Recognition of the quality of Mexican wine has been growing, and now the Mexican Ministry of Economy is working to expand that recognition with a new campaign: Choose Mexican Wine: Our Flavor in Every Glass. Read More
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'Golden Bowl' at Taco Bueno Delivers Free Tacos for a Year


Taco Bueno is introducing a new steak lineup and giving customers a chance to win free tacos for a year through a limited-time promotion rolling out in North Texas. Read More
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Ask Pepe: The Most Important Ingredient in a Restaurant: Choosing the Right Partner


Opening a restaurant is often described as one of the most difficult businesses in the world. Long hours, rising food costs, labor challenges, customer expectations, competition, and economic uncertainty can turn even the best concept into a daily battle. Read More
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Roundtable Tackles Issues in Mexican Wine Industry


In a landscape where the wine industry is undergoing profound changes, seven experts gathered on a panel during the International Day of the Sommelier celebration on June 3 in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Read More
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Think You Make Good Salsa? Put it to the Test!


Are you proud of the salsa you make in your restaurant? Then put your salsa recipe to the test and enter the el Restaurante Sassiest Salsa Contest sponsored by Sammic! Read More
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CaliTacos Franchisees Add Locations


CaliTacos, the fast-casual concept known for its street-style tacos, continues to expand in Arizona as existing franchisees add locations. Read More
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Five Questions for Sean Huggard, Ash & Agave


A touch of the Mexican Riviera landed in Denver when Ash and Agave opened its doors in Cherry Creek Shopping Center on April 5. This new concept from Shucking Good Hospitality (SGH) stands out for many reasons — not the least of which is its location in a retail rather than neighborhood setting. Read More
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