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José R. Ralat
José R. Ralat is Texas Monthly’s taco editor, writing about tacos and Mexican food. He is the author of American Tacos: A History & Guide. José has written for Eater, Imbibe, Dallas Observer, D Magazine, Vice, Cowboys & Indians magazine, Gravy, and other national and regional online and print media outlets. José is also a member of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists, serves on the advisory board of Foodways Texas, and is a founding member of the International Taco Council.