On The Border

The history of Mexican cuisine is as rich as its food’s flavours. The coming and going of various cultures helped create the Mexican dishes of today. Yet, tradition is held at its highest despite the evolution and refinement of Mexican cuisine through the ages.

Mexican food is regarded as an entire experience. It’s more than just a meal; each dish has a story to tell. After you learn about Mexican Food History, you’ll understand why UNESCO dubbed Mexican cuisine an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

One of the most well-loved cuisines globally is Mexican food, so it should be no surprise that many like to fill their pantry with their favourite Mexican items. Whether you enjoy having your own Taco Tuesdays at home or generally love this cuisine, having the essentials on hand ensures that you can always prepare a delicious meal.

That said, traditional Mexican food is known for its unique ingredients, making it challenging to find overseas. So, to help you in your next grocery run, here are some key components to stock up in your Mexican pantry. These are staples for many dishes that should not be too hard to find in your local groceries.

The sombrero is undoubtedly one of the most iconic representations of Mexican culture. However, while the image of this wide-brimmed hat is highly familiar to many, its roots are not as well-known. 

Like Mexican cuisine, the sombrero also has a rich history that spans centuries. To help you understand its role in local tradition, here is a quick overview of sombrero history.

Taco Tuesday is something you’ve probably heard in many restaurants. No doubt, it’s the best verse you’ll ever hear because it means you get to enjoy this delicious treat at a lower cost.

Over the years, it has become somewhat of an American custom. Whether you’re dining in a Mexican restaurant or simply enjoying a Mexican dinner with friends at home, Tuesday always seems to be the best time for some tacos.

Prosecco is a sparkling wine from Italy known as spumante wine, which means sparkling compared to Tranquilo, a semi-sparkling wine. Aside from its sparkle, another feature distinguishing it is the grapes used during production.

Glera is the variety of grape used in its making. It was previously known as ‘the prosecco grape,’ but as the wine has grown in popularity over the years, they have given it an official name. 

 Manufacturers use different grapes to create it, but they must account for no more than 15% of the mixture to pass as Prosecco.

Read along to know more!

While you have heard of margaritas and tequila, there is nothing like trying traditional Mexican cocktails directly where they originated. Wanting a Mexican experience is the ideal opportunity to sample a variety of these authentic Mexican drinks.

Consider these cocktails to try in Mexico, both new and familiar, on your next visit. As you taste several beverages, you might discover your new favourite drink to make at home.

When you think of Mexican food, you probably imagine a spicy, warm sensation that comes with it that lasts for hours. That’s the jalapeño, Mexico’s chilli. We all love that tiny green explosion of flavour and fire in our burritos, nachos, and quesadillas, but how much do you know about the pepper itself?

Know all about this in the above blog.

Coriander is a herb used in various cuisines worldwide. Scientifically known as ‘Coriandrum Sativum’ it is mainly used for garnishing dishes. It imparts an earthy taste compared to other herbs like sage and parsley.

Above is a detailed blog on coriander herb and how to use it.

Beer, the iconic drink of Australians, might be one of the oldest drinks invented, dating back to the 5th millennium BC in Iran, but the Australian love affair with this frothy cold lager has certainly developed from the days of Fosters to Crownies, the old bush chook emu bitter and now the plethora of boutique and craft beers. 

Regardless of the location, on the beach in Cabo, a taco stand in Mexico City or the finest of New York’s restaurants, Tortillas are consumed worldwide. And have been for centuries. This thin, unleavened piece of flatbread is easy to make and even easier to eat.

Let’s look at the journey of tortillas from the ancient past to modern times in the above blog.

What if I told you that the original Hass avocado tree is still bearing fruit today? Perhaps, like that tree, if we consume more avocados, we’d live longer and healthier lives! While eating too much guacamole may not cause you to sprout into an avocado tree, it does mean that you will be fed both inside and out as a result of the health advantages of avocados.

One of the many advantages of avocados is that they supply the body with essential vitamins and minerals that aid in the prevention of disease and the maintenance of good health. Avocados include a lot of fibre and monounsaturated fats (healthy fat that your body needs)

Cheese is an amazing food product and ingredient to use as it gives great texture and flavour. However, if you’re an amateur cheese aficionado, selecting the correct cheese might be difficult. However, several wonderful Mexican cheese selections do more than fill a tortilla.

While each of these cheeses has characteristics that make it better for some meals than others, they also have a lot in common. The majority of Mexican cheese is manufactured with cow’s milk, however certain kinds use goat’s milk. They’re all fresh, unpasteurized cheeses with a creamy flavour.

Here is a blog on Queso, a quick guide to Mexican cheeses.

On The Border (OTB), a Mexican Restaurant in Perth is a place of real flavour, heat, and epic food. The food dishes we prepare are scrumptiously delicious along with new and trending cocktails. We offer fresh fusion South Cali or Mexican food using traditional methods and giving them a modern twist.

Some of the greatest alcoholic beverages are found in Mexican cuisine. Tequila shots, margaritas, fantastic beers, and much more can be found on a night out south of the border. Today, we’ll go into one of the most delectable beverages by delving into the wonderful and sweet Sangria in the above blog.

On The Border (OTB), a Mexican Restaurant in Perth is a place of real flavour, heat, and epic food. The food dishes we prepare are scrumptiously delicious along with new and trending cocktails. We offer fresh fusion South Cali or Mexican food using traditional methods and giving them a modern twist.

Here, at On the Border, our range of sauces and side dishes pair beautifully with grilled meat and veg. Let’s suppose you’re hosting a party with Mexican cuisine; what would go well with the Mexican main course? 

We have compiled a few of our best BBQ side dishes that are easy to make and add richness to the feast in the above blog!

Chorizo is a remarkably versatile Mexican ingredient, and it is probably one of the most favourite ingredients in the kitchen.

Chorizo, unlike its name, is simply a sausage stuffed with traditional Mexican flavours.

Grind some chilli peppers, add them to pork sausage, and you’ve picked up the essence of Mexican Chorizo.

Cinco de Mayo is an annual holiday that falls on the 5th of May, celebrating the Mexican army over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War in 1862. Hence, it is also known as ‘Battle of Puebla Day’.

Typically, the festive food includes tacos, guacamole and tortilla chips, enchiladas, Cerveza (beer) and tequila cocktails! The ingredients are found in any supermarket, or best — enjoy the festival with some takeaways from On the Border.

Don’t forget to shake it up with different cocktails. This will take your fiesta to the next level — after all, alcohol always helps!