Planet Taco

"Planet Taco" by Jeffrey Pilcher examines the global rise of Mexican cuisine, tracing its origins and evolution from the 19th century to today. The book explores how Mexican food, often shaped in the United States, has become a worldwide phenomenon, highlighting the cultural and historical tensions over authenticity and globalization. Pilcher also celebrates the diverse communities—Indigenous Mexicans and Mexican Americans—that have helped shape this dynamic and ever-changing culinary landscape.