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LA TACO
Al Pastor
Food Journalism
Danny Trejo
Memo Torres
Villa's Tacos
Los Angeles Restaurants
Taco Brigade System
Angel's Tijuana Tacos
Javier Cabral
Restaurant Influencers

Taqueando with Bill Esparza is your front-row seat to the vibrant world of Mexican and Latino food culture. Hosted by James Beard Award-winning writer Bill Esparza, we go way beyond tacos, diving deep into street food, regional cuisines, travel adventures, chef interviews, and the real stories behind the food. From the mercados of Mexico to the kitchens of Los Angeles, Bill brings decades of exper... more

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What happens when the chefs behind Fauna bring their cooking to a city where everyone has an opinion about Mexican food?

This week on Taqueando, Bill Esparza sits down with chefs David Castro Hussong and Maribel Aldaco, the husband-and-wife team beh... more

Bill Esparza welcomes Mona Holmes, editor of Eater LA, to Taqueando for a candid, hilarious, and occasionally confrontational conversation about Los Angeles food, journalism, and the people shaping the city's restaurant scene.

First, Bill and Mona l... more

All hell has broken loose at LA TACO. Following the firing of longtime reporter Memo Torres, the departure of Izzy Ramirez, and a series of increasingly contentious public statements, one of Los Angeles' most beloved independent publications finds it... more

Los Angeles, we have a wet trompo problem. And Bill Esparza has had enough.

This week on Taqueando, Bill and Robert Haleblian get to the bottom of why so much of LA's beloved al pastor is drowning in adobo. From Angel's Tijuana Tacos to the legendar... more

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Episode: Eater LA's Mona Holmes Confronts Bill Esparza Over Villa's Tacos

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 51 ratings
  • Offensive and insulting

    This guy gets a kick out of insulting tourists. You don’t know me don’t tell me how I’m going to react. And stop assuming I’m going to want fusion. And in such a rude way. While your recommendations may be good, your delivery is offensive.

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    Not your average tourist
    United States3 months ago
  • Love Taqueando!

    I have known of Bill’s writing and expertise for a long time. I respect his knowledge. I respect his opinions on food. I respect how he is bringing important political issues to light through the food lens- food is political! I am learning so much from this pod. Hearing this pod with his amazing guest list is a fun new way to digest more content from Bill!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ShawnG!
    United States8 months ago
  • Excellent history of Latin food and current events!

    I love listening to Latin food culture, history, and current events. Supporting the Latin foodies all across the world. You will enjoy these podcasts! James Beard Award winner, and journalist of all that is Latin food!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Raquel Dolphinaria
    United Statesa year ago
  • Essential Listening for Any Serious Food Lover.

    The host brings a deep, hard-earned knowledge of both Mexico’s regional cuisines and the vibrant taco culture of Los Angeles, and it shows in every episode. His LA Taco List is already legendary—easily the most thoughtful and comprehensive guide out there, So getting that same level of insight in podcast form feels like a gift. It’s thoughtful, unpretentious, and packed with details you won’t find anywhere else. Whether you’re a casual fan or a lifelong eater, it’s a privilege to learn from some... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JasonRW
    United Statesa year ago
  • Finally!

    I've been waiting for Bill to have a podcast for YEARS and it's finally here. So excited to follow his eats!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bravo Fan 6969
    United States2 years ago

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Eater LA's Mona Holmes Confronts Bill Esparza Over Villa's Tacos
Q: How far should media professionals go when sharing strong opinions about a restaurant outside the publication they report for?
Holmes says Esparza's criticism of Villa's Tacos raised questions about professionalism and boundaries. She disagreed with his approach but said the episode led her to reconsider how she manages freelancer relationships and interactions with restaurant operators.
Eater LA's Mona Holmes Confronts Bill Esparza Over Villa's Tacos
Q: What is the job of a journalist when covering restaurants, especially when writers are expected to cover many cuisines?
Holmes says journalists should develop a few areas of deep knowledge, ask better questions, and tell the stories of restaurant owners, workers, and the work behind the food rather than treating coverage as a contest over whose palate is best.

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