Episode Details

Welcome to "The Truth in This Art." I'm your host, Rob Lee, and I’m thrilled to introduce our next guest: Rosalyn Vera, the owner, and operator of Cocina Luchadoras, a Mexican restaurant in Baltimore. She grew up in Mexico and draws inspiration from her grandmother's cooking. Rosalyn is passionate about providing quality food and creating a welcoming community for her customers. Cocina Luchadoras is a place where you can feel at home even when you are far from home with every bite you take. A small family-run restaurant serving real Mexican food.

Get ready to savor:

• The authentic flavors of Oaxacan and Pueblan cuisine at Cocina Luchadoras, a delightful Mexican restaurant nestled in Baltimore.
• Join us to discover the empowering story behind the name "Luchadoras" and how it embodies the spirit of resilient and determined women.
• In this episode, learn why love and premium ingredients are essential ingredients in crafting delectable Mexican dishes.
• Tune in to explore the mouthwatering delights of Cocina Luchadoras, with a spotlight on their famous cochinita pibil tacos and La Cubana torta.
• Embark on a culinary journey through Baltimore's lively food scene, as we celebrate the city's diverse cuisines and talented chefs.

Join us as we explore the world of “Mexican food with Rosalyn, she shares her journey of running a Mexican restaurant in Baltimore. She discusses the inspiration behind the name of her restaurant and the significance of luchadoras, or female fighters. Rosalyn emphasizes the importance of cooking with love and using the best ingredients to create authentic Mexican food. She also talks about the challenges and rewards of being a business owner and the support she has received from the Baltimore community.

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The Truth In This Art is supported by William G. Baker, Jr. Memorial Fund, the Maryland State Arts Council's Creativity Grant and Mayor's Individual Artist Award - Creative Baltimore Fund (Baltimore). 

Host: Rob Lee
Music: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.
Production:

• Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel Alexis
• Edited by Daniel Alexis
• Show Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and Transistor

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• Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.
• Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.

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