10 Foods Every New Mexican Craves When They Leave New Mexico
By Monica Spencer|Published March 30, 2018
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Monica Spencer
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Monica is a Diné (Navajo) freelance writer and photographer based in the Southwest. Born in Gallup and raised in Phoenix, she is Tódich'ii'nii (Bitter Water People) and Tsi'naajinii (Black Streak Wood People). Monica is a staff writer for Only In Your State, photo editor for The Mesa Legend, and previously a staff writer for The Navajo Post. You can reach her at monica.d.spencer@gmail.com.
Take a moment to think of your favorite things about New Mexico. Were certain foods anywhere at the top of that list? We bet at least one favorite dish was! It’s a sad thought to imagine not having ready access to it but there are quite a few New Mexicans who have this very experience after moving away. Sure, you might be able to find some variation of these dishes in other states but there’s nothing quite like the version you’ll find here in New Mexico.
Are there any other foods you absolutely miss after leaving New Mexico—whether for a week or years? Let us know the dish you missed most by leaving a comment below!