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    About Maggie Unzueta

    Hi! I’m Maggie Unzueta. I am the face behind In Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

    Maggie Unzueta holding a clay plate in a kitchen.

    I was born in the US, but my parents are from Durango, Mexico. Food was and continues to be the center of our lives and our culture. I’m a native Spanish speaker, but I learned English as a kid growing up in LA.

    My passion is authentic Mexican food. Each time I cook, I want to feel like I’m back at my mom’s house, or my grandmother is cooking for me. I want to bring that experience, the true flavors of Mexico north of the border and into your kitchen.

    Throughout my life, I’ve lived in different parts of Mexico. I have traveled to 22 of the 32 states in Mexico and sampled the unique foods of each regions.

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    What you’ll find here:

    You will mostly find authentic Mexican food recipes and a few Mexican-inspired recipes.

    My recipes contain detailed step-by-step instructions, photos, and in several cases, instructional videos that will ensure you success in your own kitchen.

    My goal is to help you recreate the recipes on my site and learn a bit about my Mexican culture.

    In addition to recipe development, In Mama Maggie’s Kitchen also includes lists of places to eat and things to do both in the US and internationally.

    A bowl of Birria de Res topped with onions and cilantro.

    Getting Around

    There is a RECIPE INDEX where you can check out all of my recipes by category.

    In Mama Maggie’s Kitchen has been featured in BravoTv, CBS News, Parade Community Table, Foodista, Blogloving, Flipboard, Foodgawker, Yummly, among others.

    Maggie Unzueta in front of the cathedral in Durango, Mexico.
    Maggie Unzueta in Durango, Mexico

    That’s me in Durango, Mexico. I’ve spent a lot of time in DGO, and it holds a special place in my heart. I had my quinceañera at the cathedral of Durango on the same altar my parents were married. Most of my family, including my father, still lives there.

    Maggie Unzueta in front of a yellow house in Tabasco, Mexico.
    Maggie Unzueta in Villahermosa, Tabasco, Mexico

    Southern Mexico is totally different from Northern Mexico. Once upon a time, I lived in Tabasco, Mexico. Cocoa trees, monkeys, I even went to school with people who only spoke the native language of “Chontal.”

    A boat in crystal clear water in Isla Coronado, Baja California Sur.
    Isla Coronado, Baja California Sur, Mexico

    Currently, I live in San Diego County and go back and forth to Baja California, Mexico. We even drove down the Baja California Peninsula, visiting remote towns in Mexico. On that trip, I touched whales!! Talk about a life changing experience!

    Making regular border crossings keeps me connected to the sights, the smells and the authentic foods of Mexico. I wouldn’t have it any other way. It’s truly the best of both worlds.

    Maggie Unzueta at the border crossing in front of a sign between Mexico and US.

    Fun Facts about Me:

    • I live in a small and beautiful town called Coronado. It’s an “island” across the bay from downtown San Diego.
    • I was born and raised in the Los Angeles area but left over 20+ years ago.
    • I have studied 6 languages as well as 3 musical instruments.
    • I am addicted to learning new things in a totally nerdy way. What subatomic particles of matter move the slowest and why … that’s next on my list!
    • I’m a complete goofball. Joking around is how I roll.
    Maggie Unzueta with the San Diego skyline in the background on Coronado Island.

    Get in Touch with Maggie

    If you are interested in working with me, please see the WORK WITH ME page to see the services I offer.

    You can also subscribe to mailing list that is sent out weekly with new recipes, travel tips, and more.

    Email me at: maggie@inmamamaggieskitchen (dot) com

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    iBienvenidos! I'm Maggie. Welcome to my blog! My passion is authentic Mexican food and traveling throughout Mexico to bring you the very BEST in culture and cuisine.

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      Caldo de Camarón – Mexican Shrimp Soup + VIDEO
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