Stories

News from the bakery, nixtamalization deep dives, recipes, and stories from the road.

Green-and-gold illustration of soft corn tortillas filled with roasted squash, cheese, and seeds, beside a cut butternut squash and kale.

Sep 18, 2026

September into October: An Autumn Tortilla Table

Why autumn squash, greens, and good corn tortillas belong together—and how that understanding can make dinner easier.

Green-and-gold illustration of a corn tortilla warming in a skillet, a stack tucked beneath a striped towel, and a softly folded tortilla.

Sep 16, 2026

Why Corn Tortillas Break—and How to Warm Them for a Better Fold

Understand what affects a corn tortilla’s flexibility, and learn the simple warming habits that make folding and filling easier.

Illustration of fresh masa dough on a plate, fine masa harina in a green bowl, and coarse cornmeal in a cream bowl, with dried corn behind them.

Sep 15, 2026

Fresh Masa, Masa Harina, and Cornmeal: What Is the Difference?

Learn the difference between fresh masa, masa harina, and cornmeal, explore the history behind them, and choose the right ingredient for your kitchen.

Golden cheese quesadillas topped with avocado, tomato, and cilantro on a blue plate.

Sep 14, 2026

Good Tortillas, Ready When You Are

Keep fresh corn tortillas on hand with freezer storage, refrigerator thawing, and simple skillet warming for everyday meals.

A wooden spoon lifting nixtamalized corn from a bowl, beside whole corn and masa.

Jan 5, 2026

Nixtamalized: Our Ancient Secret to Awesome Tortillas

What makes a tortilla truly great? It starts with nixtamalization — an ancient process that transforms corn into something extraordinary. Discover why tradition still matters.

Illustration of whole corn, kernels steeping in a green pot, masa on a stone grinding slab, and a stack of corn tortillas.

In the kitchen

What Is Nixtamalization? From Whole Corn to Tortilla

Follow the corn through cooking, steeping, washing, and grinding—and discover what those steps bring to the tortilla on your table.

A stack of golden corn tortillas surrounded by corn and ingredients.

Oct 2, 2024

The Health Benefits of Nixtamalized Organic Corn Tortillas vs. Conventional Alternatives

Discover the health benefits of nixtamalized organic corn tortillas over conventional options. Learn how nixtamalization enhances nutrient absorption and digestibility while organic farming reduces pesticide exposure. Avoid tortillas with fillers and preservatives for a healthier, tastier choice.

Illustration of a hand picking a kernel from a golden ear resting on a wooden table, beside white and blue ears, with corn plants behind them.

The people behind the food

Where Corn Comes From: The People Behind the Grain

From a wild grass in Mexico to the tortilla on your table, follow the generations of people who have grown, shaped, and prepared corn.