Elizabeth Carroll

director of the new documentary “Diana Kennedy: Nothing Fancy”

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Diana Kennedy, a British writer who dedicated her life to promoting and cooking diverse Mexican food, died on July 24 at age 99.

Diana Kennedy, a titan in Mexican food, wasn’t afraid to be difficult

Diana Kennedy, a British writer who dedicated her life to promoting and cooking diverse Mexican food, died on July 24 at age 99.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Diana Kennedy was one of the first people to document all of Mexico’s regional cuisines, from the deserts of Sonora to the streets of Mexico City.

Sharing the many layers of Mexican cuisine is Diana Kennedy’s mission

Diana Kennedy was one of the first people to document all of Mexico’s regional cuisines, from the deserts of Sonora to the streets of Mexico City.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

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