The cobbler in a tiny Mexican town is so busy that he cannot make shoes for his daughter, so she makes her own shoes, which take her far away to a rich man's home where she must clean and cook all day. Includes a recipe for flan.
Discusses some of the foods enjoyed in Mexico and describes special foods that are part of such specific celebrations as baptisms and weddings, Easter, the Day of the Dead, and Christmas. Includes recipes.
Describes, in text and illustrations, the food and beverages of Mexico in relation to its history, geography and culture. Also includes recipes and information about regional specialities and festive foods.
Efforts to impress a visiting student from Japan cause Hank to hide his dyslexia while the gang makes enchiladas for a Multi-Cultural Day lunch, and Hank is afraid he was very wrong about the amount of chili powder called for in the recipe.
