Jorge Gaviria

founder of Maisenda and author of “Masa: Techniques, Recipes, and Reflections on a Timeless Staple”

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Key to the perfect tortilla is the dough — masa. Jorge Gaviria has a new book out about the history of the ingredient, which he considers one of the greatest human inventions.

Masa is essential in a good tortilla. Where to get it, how to make it

Key to the perfect tortilla is the dough — masa. Jorge Gaviria has a new book out about the history of the ingredient, which he considers one of the greatest human inventions.

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