I am currently living in a tiny desert town in the middle of nowhere in Mexico – San Luis del Cordero. The closest cities are about two and half hours away. Here, there are no restaurants. There are no supermarkets. There are no coffeeshops.

Like chefs Listman and Keval say, this is not fusion. This is so much more – A reflection of the complexities of culture, both the tragedies of colonization and forced migration and the beauty of movement building.

Ramadan is a challenge no matter what. For me, the month of Ramadan provides an important opportunity to introspect, practice self-discipline, trust in your own strength, and remember intimately that there are so many people that have no choice but to go without.

We’re in the last cold snap of winter here in Austin, Texas. I am also broke.

Call it intuitive cooking. Call it stop wasting food. The point is, I love leftovers.