Tortilla Collection

Two women at work in a Mexican kitchen. Painting by an unknown artist, c1850
MEXICO: KITCHEN, c1850. Two women at work in a Mexican kitchen. Painting by an unknown artist, c1850

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Woman weighs a stack of freshly made corn tortillas at factory in Mexico City
A woman weighs a stack of freshly made corn tortillas at a tortilla factory in Mexico City, Mexico January 9, 2018. REUTERS/Daniel Becerril

Corn tortillas are seen in a basket in Mexico City, Mexico January 25, 2018. REUTERS/Carlos Jasso

Employee weighs a stack of freshly made corn tortillas at a tortilla factory in Mexico
An employee weighs a stack of freshly made corn tortillas at a tortilla factory in Mexico City, Mexico January 25, 2018. REUTERS/Carlos Jasso

Stacks of freshly made corn tortillas are seen at a tortilla a factory in Mexico City, Mexico January 25, 2018. REUTERS/Carlos Jasso

Stack of freshly made corn tortillas is weighted at a tortilla factory in Mexico City
A stack of freshly made corn tortillas is weighted at a tortilla factory in Mexico City, Mexico, January 3, 2018. REUTERS/Daniel Becerril

Woman holds freshly made corn tortillas at a tortilla factory in Mexico City
A woman holds freshly made corn tortillas at a tortilla factory in Mexico City, Mexico, January 3, 2018. REUTERS/Daniel Becerril

Person weighs a stack of freshly made corn tortillas at a tortilla factory in Mexico City
A person weighs a stack of freshly made corn tortillas at a tortilla factory in Mexico City, Mexico, January 3, 2018. REUTERS/Daniel Becerril

Spain, La Rioja, Haro. Lunch at Roda, a modern Rioja winery

A Kitchen in the Tierra Caliente; A zigzag journey through Mexico, 1875. Creator: Thomas Mayne Reid
A Kitchen in the " Tierra Caliente" ; A zigzag journey through Mexico, 1875. [Women cooking tortillas. Note metate for grinding the maize in the foreground, and Christian image behind]

Les tortilleras (engraving)
2789813 Les tortilleras (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les tortilleras. Illustration for Le Tour Du Monde (Hachette, 1862)

Bread or corn tortilla-making in Mexico. Men and women grinding maize, making tortilla and grilling them on a griddle over a fire

Soldier in Sancho Villas Army 1914
A soldier in Sancho Villas army sits on the grass eating, holding a tortilla and a plate of food. He is wearing sandals, shirt and trousers, a hat

Tortilleras, femmes mexicaines preparant la tortille (engraving)
3644729 Tortilleras, femmes mexicaines preparant la tortille (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tortilleras, femmes mexicaines preparant la tortille)

Women Grinding Corn, Pueblo of Laguna, c. 1905 (colour litho)
PNP245612 Women Grinding Corn, Pueblo of Laguna, c.1905 (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Western Americana; American, out of copyright

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Mexico, Bajio, San Miguel de Allende, Cooking tortillas on griddle

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Mexico, Bajio, San Miguel de Allende, Cropped shot of woman making tortillas, turning them as they cook on griddle

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Food, Cooked, Eggs, Spanish omelette or tortilla on a wooden chopping board with a slice cut out

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Food, Cooked, Eggs, Spanish omelette or tortilla on a wooden chopping board with a slice cut out

Making Tortillas in Salvador, the Smallest Republic in the Western Hemisphere, Central America, c1930s. From the late 19th to mid-20th century, El Salvador endured political and economic instability

A Rural Kitchen in the Tierras Calientes, Mexico, 1877. Mexican women making corn tortillas. On the left is a grindstone used to make the maize flour

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Mexican women making tortillas, 1800s. Color lithograph reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Prawn and spinach frittata with aluminium foil being wrapped fro a picnic

Black and white illustration of tortilla wraps on a plate, fork and knife

Mexican Tortillera and Straw Mat Seller, from The Ancient Cities of the New World
BAL126939 Mexican Tortillera and Straw Mat Seller, from The Ancient Cities of the New World, by Claude-Joseph-Desire Charnay, pub

Tortilla chips on plate, close-up

Making vegetable fajita, spooning vegetables onto tortilla

Cheese quesadillas with guacamole and salsa dips, close-up

Chicken tostada on plate, close-up

Bowl of Sopa De Tortilla soup, close-up

Trout Wraps

Pork wraps, close-up

Fajita with selection of dips on yellow plate, view from above

Bean, sweet corn and green chilli pepper slad in green bowl with tortilla

Tortilla flat breads layered with vegetables

Sprinkling feta cheese over quesadillas with tomato and herb salsa

Tortillas on barbecue grill, being turned with tongs

Mushroom salsa

Sandwich wraps with napkins around them

Beef taco, close up

Fajita stuffed with red and orange bell peppers, coriander and sour cream

Scrambled eggs with herbs and two thin brown bread slices

Enchiladas, Mexican tortilla rolls in a tomato sauce on a plate, view from above

Huevos rancheros on a plate, Mexican fried egg on a tortilla topped with tomato sauce

Tortilla stuffed with salad, vegetables and meat

Stuffed tortillas served with tomato salsa and lettuce, on a plate, view from above

Tortilla sandwiches with dips and salad on plate

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In this captivating glimpse into the heart of Mexican cuisine, we are transported to a time when two women diligently work in a traditional Mexican kitchen. The painting by an unknown artist from around 1850 captures their essence as they skillfully prepare tortillas, an integral part of their culinary heritage. Fast forward to modern-day Mexico City, where the aroma of freshly made corn tortillas fills the air at a bustling factory. An employee carefully weighs a stack of these golden discs, ensuring perfection in every bite. The sight of corn tortillas neatly arranged in baskets showcases the abundance and love that goes into each one. At another tortilla factory in Mexico City, stacks upon stacks of these delicious creations await distribution. Their uniformity and freshness speak volumes about the dedication and craftsmanship involved in their production. As one person expertly weighs a stack, it is evident that quality control is paramount here. Traveling beyond Mexico's borders to Spain's La Rioja region, we find ourselves indulging in lunch at Roda winery. Amidst sipping fine wines, our taste buds are tantalized with warm bread or perhaps even corn tortillas - reminding us that this culinary delight transcends geographical boundaries. Taking yet another leap back through time to 1875, we enter a vibrant kitchen situated within Tierra Caliente (Hot Land). Here lies evidence of centuries-old traditions as locals engage in bread or corn tortilla-making rituals passed down through generations. This snapshot allows us to appreciate how deeply rooted this art form is within Mexican culture. Lastly, an engraving titled "Les Tortilleras" further emphasizes the significance placed on creating these delectable treats throughout history. It serves as a testament to the enduring legacy surrounding tortilla-making and its role as both sustenance and cultural symbol for countless communities across Mexico.