A colorful celebration of Oaxacan cuisine from the landmark Oaxacan restaurant in Los Angeles n n n n Oaxaca is the culinary heart of Mexico, and since opening its doors in n 1994, Guelaguetza has been the center of life for the Oaxacan community n in Los Angeles. Founded by the Lopez family, Guelaguetza has been n offering traditional Oaxacan food for 25 years. The first true n introduction to Oaxacan cuisine by a native family, each dish n articulates their story, from Oaxaca to the streets of Los Angeles and n beyond. Showcasing the soul food of Mexico, Oaxaca offers 140 n authentic, yet accessible recipes using some of the purest pre-Hispanic n and indigenous ingredients available. From their signature pink n horchata to the formula for the Lopezs award-winning mole negro, Oaxaca demystifies this essential cuisine. n