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The taco economy: how Latin food conquered the world's tables

Ismail Okafor · Apr 1, 2026

Traditional Mexican cuisine is UNESCO-listed, taquerias anchor New York rents, ceviche bars book out London and Michelin landed in Mexico in 2024. The business of the hemisphere's kitchens.

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The festival ladder: how Latin American films reach the world

Ismail Okafor · Feb 17, 2026

Cannes, Berlin, Venice, San Sebastián and a Buenos Aires content market form the pipeline that turns a regional premiere into a global streaming sale. How the ladder works.