Tijuana Flavors: From Food Awards to Crisis Cooking with Food Writer, Amy Drew Thompson

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Discover the secrets behind the Orlando Sentinel Foodie Awards and get a true taste of Tijuana with the insights of food writer and Walk-In Talk Podcast Contributor Amy Drew Thompson. Our culinary exploration doesn't stop at accolades and tacos; we unwrap the complexities of restaurant pricing debates, tipping controversies, and the art of balance between cost, quality, and ambiance. As you join me, Carl Fiadini, in my gastronomic realm, be prepared to navigate the challenging seas that restaurants sail to provide us with unforgettable dining experiences.
Venture into the vivid world of authentic Mexican cuisine as we discuss the transformative power of heirloom corn and the traditional cooking methods that bring dishes to life. You'll get a front-row seat to my tantalizing taste test of dishes designed for 'crisis cooking' – each with its own story, created under the magic of ten minutes. We also applaud the cultural craftsmanship of Samuel from Over the Border Taqueria, whose Tijuana-style tacos are causing quite the stir in Orlando and beyond. It's a flavorful journey that promises to ignite your passion for heritage and the authenticity that comes with every bite
In the pixel-perfect age of 'camera eats first', we dissect the phenomenon of food photography and its pi

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1. Tijuana Flavors: From Food Awards to Crisis Cooking with Food Writer, Amy Drew Thompson (00:00:00)

2. Food Fun and Cooking Insights (00:00:37)

3. Discussion on Orlando Sentinel Foodie Awards (00:09:08)

4. Restaurants and Pricing Debates (00:19:00)

5. Tijuana-Style Tacos (00:27:18)

6. Authentic Mexican Cuisine and Heirloom Corn (00:39:25)

7. The Importance of Food Photography (00:48:31)

8. Central Florida (00:55:58)