Bricia Lopez

Bricia Lopez, co-owner of the renowned Los Angeles restaurant Galaguetza and author of "Oaxaca, Home Cooking from the Heart of Mexico," shares her passion for authentic Mexican cuisine. She highlights essential pantry staples like dried chilies, the art of creating salsas, and the significance of fresh corn tortillas. Bricia emphasizes the cultural richness of cooking, encouraging listeners to embrace their own 'sazon' and enjoy the creative journey of preparing meals. It's all about cooking with love and fostering traditional familial connections through food.

Bricia Lopez, a restaurateur and cookbook author, shares her journey from growing up in the family-owned Oaxacan restaurant Guelaguetza to becoming a culinary leader in LA. She discusses how the restaurant fosters community connections, especially during the recent wildfires, and emphasizes the importance of cultural traditions in Oaxacan cuisine. Bricia also delights listeners with her mama's recipe for classic Huevo en Frijoles and reflects on the emotional ties that food creates within families and communities.