United Tacos of America - Season 2

United Tacos of America - Season 2

Season 2

Network
DatesAug 4, 2020 - Nov 10, 2020
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Episodes

Tacos While Quarantining
Season 2Episode 130 min

Tacos While Quarantining

This episode focuses on how Taco Makers across America have been able to make it during the pandemic. Our hosts also make Migas and Birria style tacos.
Aug 4, 2020
The Breakfast Tacos
Season 2Episode 230 min

The Breakfast Tacos

Hosts Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece face-off in a Taco Cook-Off and discover the roots and history of the Texan tradition affectionately known as The Breakfast Taco.
Aug 11, 2020
Bean and Cheese Tacos
Season 2Episode 330 min

Bean and Cheese Tacos

The People's Taco aka The Bean & Cheese Taco is featured in this episode. Hosts Mando Rayo and Jarrod Neece take their beans to the Taco Lab and also talk about feeding tacos to the homeless. Chef Ali Khan guest stars.
Aug 18, 2020
Taco Kits
Season 2Episode 430 min

Taco Kits

Hosts Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece weigh-in on the best Taco Kits for your buck. Chef Rulis from El Paso and the Garcia-Matues Family from California also give their opinion on what makes the perfect Taco Kit.
Aug 25, 2020
The Roots of Al Pastor Tacos
Season 2Episode 530 min

The Roots of Al Pastor Tacos

The Roots of the Al Pastor Taco have a long history and tradition. Our hosts Mando and Jarod delve into the cultural importance of how Al Pastor came to be. The guys from Vaquero Taquero explain the process of how Al Pastor tacos are cooked from scratch.
Sep 1, 2020
Taco Journalism
Season 2Episode 630 min

Taco Journalism

Our hosts Mando and Jarod are joined by Dr. Steven Alvarez to discuss how Taco Journalism and Taco Blogs have impacted Taco Culture in the USA.
Sep 8, 2020
Taco Style and Fashion
Season 2Episode 730 min

Taco Style and Fashion

This episode we are repping Taco Style as we chat with local fashion designers on how they incorporate Taco Culture in their craft. Stick around for Mando & Jarod's Taco-Themed Fashion Show!!
Sep 15, 2020
Tex-Mex Style Tacos
Season 2Episode 830 min

Tex-Mex Style Tacos

Mando and Jarod explore the origins of Tex-Mex tacos. Our hosts get a lesson on how to cook Carne Guisada Tacos and grill up the famous Fajita Style Taco.
Sep 22, 2020
Food Justice
Season 2Episode 930 min

Food Justice

On a special episode of United Tacos of America, Mando & Jarod put a spotlight on all the farmers and essential workers who are responsible for growing food for the masses.
Sep 29, 2020
Border Tacos
Season 2Episode 1030 min

Border Tacos

Tacos made on the US/Mexico have a different flavor. Border towns like Rio Grande Valley, El Paso & San Diego are highlighted. Mando & Jarod also show us how to cook a "Discada Taco" which is a mixed meat medley taco.
Oct 6, 2020
The Holy Trinity
Season 2Episode 1130 min

The Holy Trinity

Tacos are comprised of 3 Essential Elements - The Tortilla, The Fillings and The Salsas - commonly known in the Taco World as The Holy Trinity. Hosts Mando and Jarod discuss and taste the components of what makes The Holy Trinity of a Taco.
Oct 13, 2020
Masa Madness
Season 2Episode 1230 min

Masa Madness

Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore the taco element that holds it all together: the masa. They'll discuss the ancient process of corn nixtamalization and take the ultimate tortilla challenge. Remember, if the tortilla can rise -- so can you!
Oct 20, 2020
Taquero Tradicional
Season 2Episode 1330 min

Taquero Tradicional

Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they discuss the unsung hero of the nation’s food culture, el jefe y jefa de los tacos, El Taquero. They'll explore how these hardworking cocineros are keeping their traditions alive in the US.
Oct 27, 2020
Beyond Traditional
Season 2Episode 1430 min

Beyond Traditional

Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore how young chefs taking the taco concept to strange and exciting new places -- beyond the traditional. Duck fat carnitas anyone?
Nov 3, 2020
Beef Tacos
Season 2Episode 1530 min

Beef Tacos

Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore America's favorite beefy tacos. From sizzling fajitas to Texas style brisket, one thing is for sure: beef is what's for tacos.
Nov 3, 2020
Latinx Identity
Season 2Episode 1630 min

Latinx Identity

Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore how Mexican & Latinx identity America manifests across the nation. We'll also get a taste of #TacoCousins.
Nov 3, 2020
Tacojournalism
Season 2Episode 1730 min

Tacojournalism

Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they discuss how to write about tacos & the people that make them in a culturally responsible way.
Nov 10, 2020
Ranch Style Cooking
Season 2Episode 1830 min

Ranch Style Cooking

Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore the roots of ranch style cooking and saddle up to cook some tacos the downhome Texas way.
Nov 10, 2020
Buggin' Out!
Season 2Episode 1930 min

Buggin' Out!

Like most things, wiggling worms, creepy crawlies, and other insects taste their best when wrapped in a tortilla. Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore & taste protien rich insectos!
Nov 10, 2020
Honoring the Tradition
Season 2Episode 2030 min

Honoring the Tradition

Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they discuss their personal journey of making the food and carrying on taco traditions.
Nov 10, 2020

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