Karla Zazueta grew up in Baja California, in the north of Mexico. When she moved to the UK twenty years ago, she brought with her all her family’s recipes and ways of cooking that had been passed down through the generations. She decided to make a career from her passion for cooking and started her blog, Mexican Food Memories.co.uk, where she writes about food and Mexican tradition. She runs cookery classes from her home, as well as hosting regular sold-out supper clubs at home and in venues across London. Her writing has been featured in Guardian, Observer Food Monthly and BBC Good Food, and she has been a guest on BBC Radio 4’s The Kitchen Cabinet with Jay Rayner. @mexicanfoodmemories (26.8k Instagram followers)
‘I have been following Karla for years. Over that time, I have cooked and eaten so many of her incredible dishes – and was even lucky enough to be taught by her. She’s such a brilliant cook … and now writer!’ – Olia Hercules 'Exploring the recipes in Norteña is like embarking on a flavourful journey through the vibrant and rich culture of northern Mexico, each dish a testament to Karla’s passion for both the cuisine and beautiful heritage.' – Ana Da Costa ‘Norteña” fills in an important gap in the world of Mexican cookbooks – a special addition to any kitchen’ – Mely Martinez, author of The Mexican Home Kitchen ‘I find it so hard to find real authentic Mexican recipes (and not Tex-Mex). I absolutely love Karla!’ – Seema Pankhania, MOB Kitchen