“The future of American food is found at Nixta, where Edgar Rico and Sara Mardanbigi combine Mexican, Persian, and American flavors to create one of the country’s most essential restaurants. In their first cookbook, Nixta Taqueria Presents: From Tacos to Tahdig, Edgar and Sara translate the crackling energy of their Austin kitchen into a page-turner.”—Brian McGinn, director and executive producer of Chef’s Table
“Some of the greatest tacos of my life have been at Nixta Taqueria. In Nixta Taqueria Presents: From Tacos to Tahdig, you’ll fall in love with my friends Sara and Edgar, who make these tacos. Their love and talent are a mash-up of where they’re from and where they are. And now, with this book, you can be there, too.”—Philip Rosenthal, host of Somebody Feed Phil and creator of Everybody Loves Raymond
“Three books in one, this highly original work full of recipes and culinary wisdom from Iran, Mexico, and the United States is as big-hearted, curious, and wise as Sara and Edgar themselves. I can’t wait for you to cook from it.”—Hunter Lewis, editor in chief of Food & Wine
“Nixta Taqueria Presents: From Tacos to Tahdig is a heartfelt reflection of Sara Mardanbigi and chef Edgar Rico’s shared heritage, blending Mexican masa and Persian tahdig into a singular culinary narrative. More than a cookbook, it explores identity, culture, and the way food connects people across borders—capturing the same spirit of creativity and community that defines Nixta Taqueria.”—Chintan Kiran Pandya, chef and founder of Unapologetic Foods
“This book is exactly what you feel when you walk into Nixta Taqueria: warmth, creativity, and deep respect for where food comes from and who it brings together. Every page feels like an invitation—to gather, to listen, to be human.”—Adriene Mishler, actor, writer, and global yoga teacher
“Every time I touch down in Austin, I make it a point to go to Nixta. The food is consistently exciting, comforting, and delicious; only humans as wonderful as Edgar and Sara could have re-created that so beautifully in print with Nixta Taqueria Presents: From Tacos to Tahdig.”—Madison McFerrin, singer, songwriter, and producer
“A feast for the eyes and a treat for the belly. We are ridiculously lucky to get a window into this magical duo’s recipes and stories—because that’s what a great recipe really is: a story you can taste and try to retell in your own kitchen, usually with one missing ingredient, one extra splash of something, and that giddy feeling that comes with sharing a great meal with people you love.”—Carla Gugino, actress and Nixta Taqueria devotee
“Nixta Taqueria manages to somehow be simultaneously down home and traditional yet completely forward thinking at the same time. The food is rooted in Mexican cooking with a healthy dash of Persian influence, and it has been one of my favorite restaurants in the world since falling in love with it years ago. The idea that their recipes can be enjoyed by anyone through this book is incredible!”—Adrian Quesada, musician and producer
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