New York Times bestselling author Brad Meltzer’s viral speech at his son’s college graduation inspired his latest work, Make Magic. As the title indicates, the book is an invitation to employ “tricks” ...

Simply translated, masa — the foundation for every perfect tortilla, tostada, tamale, pozole, arepa and gordita — means dough. It unites North and South America, defying any one cultural identity.

How to make magic with masa, the key ingredient in tortillas and tamales Local chefs and makers are using an ancient technique to make the Mexican heritage dough and supply home cooks with tortillas ...