Category Archives: Mexico

Cooking with EL CHAVO! : Frijoles Rancheros

Posted on September 19, 2009 by EL CHAVO!

And so the re-purposing of that initial pot of beans continues. This variation is easily the one that gives me the most satisfaction, a legume experience that is pure gustatory pleasure and reminds me of better days. This recipe might … Continue reading →

Posted in Chanfles, Fotos, La Comida, Mexico, no-recetas, Shit I love, This Chicano Life | 15 Comments

Libro Sentimental 1453

Posted on September 4, 2009 by EL CHAVO!

Mexicans have taken the art of graphic novels to a level which has yet to be surpassed. Sure there’s all those stories of wandering lust, as you can imagine, but I think this series known as “Libro Sentimental” rules this … Continue reading →

Posted in Analysis, commodities, Fotos, Mexico, Shit I love | 3 Comments

The Public Fridge

Posted on July 22, 2009 by EL CHAVO!

Spotted near the LH library, someone has taken the time to showcase their kids handiwork with the crayons, placing it high on this street pole so that nobody will come by and tear it down. If you click on the … Continue reading →

Posted in Fotos, Lincoln Heights, Mexico, Shit I love, This Chicano Life | 8 Comments

Huevos Rancheros: Burritos El Chavo

Posted on January 31, 2009 by EL CHAVO!

Nah, I didn’t suddenly decide to get into the Burrito business (tacos, now that’s another story 😉 ) but I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to eat at this place. You probably think I looked it up online and decided … Continue reading →

Posted in Fotos, Greater Los Angeles, Huevos Rancheros, Mexico, This Chicano Life | 3 Comments

Taco Talk

Posted on January 22, 2008 by EL CHAVO!

Hey Kids! Are you ready for another post with purty pictures? Well then (err, assuming you said yes) click on over to LATaco.com to read a post I contributed about taco stands in Mexico. Later Locos! Here’s the full link: … Continue reading →

Posted in La Comida, Mexico | 2 Comments

Kids at Play

Posted on November 13, 2007 by EL CHAVO!

In a time when most kids think they need the latest video game to stave off the boredom, it was refreshing to see how much joy these two little boys got out of a small piece of rope, using it … Continue reading →

Posted in Fotos, Mexico | 8 Comments