Green on the outside, with a white rind and red juicy flesh, it is practically an edible banner of Mexico's national colours, but there is more... click on image for more
Growing up in Mexico, my friends and teachers frequently asked me about my Japanese background, so I got used to ask my parents if some particular food, word or tradition was Japanese, Mexican, or a blend. When I came to Canada as a young grown-up, I found myself talking again about food, words and traditions, but the questions had mostly turned to Mexico ... click on image for more