Today is not only Taco Tuesday, it's National Taco Day — a day dedicated to one of the most beloved foods on the planet. Few things bring people together like a perfectly crafted taco. Whether it’s the satisfying crunch of a hard shell or the soft embrace of a warm corn tortilla, tacos are endlessly versatile — the ideal canvas for creativity. From sizzling carne asada and spicy chorizo to grilled fish and fresh pico de gallo, every bite is a fiesta of flavor waiting to happen. So grab some napkins, gather your friends, and get ready to celebrate this handheld masterpiece in true taco-loving style.
The taco’s story is as rich as its flavor. It began centuries ago in the Valley of Mexico, where Indigenous people first filled corn tortillas with fish fresh from the lake. Later, Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés hosted the first documented “taco feast,” unknowingly starting a culinary revolution. By the 18th century, miners in Mexico were calling their gunpowder rolls “tacos,” and the name stuck to the fiery little bundles of flavor we love today. When Mexican migrants brought tacos north in the early 1900s, America quickly fell in love — and the invention of the hard shell taco only fueled the craze. Today, whether you like them soft or crunchy, loaded or light, tacos remain the ultimate symbol of comfort, culture, and celebration.
So head to your local Mexican restaurant and or fast food joint and celebrate the biggest Taco Tuesday of the year!