Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions. Can't find what you're looking for? Contact us.
About Recetas Mexas
What is Recetas Mexas?+
An editorial platform dedicated to authentic Mexican cooking, with recipes adapted so you can make them in the US with ingredients you can find here.
Is it free?+
Yes. All recipes, cultural guides and use of the platform are 100% free. Premium features only exist for business profiles (shops/restaurants) that want to be featured.
Who is behind it?+
Edmond Bojalil — Mexican (from Puebla). Learn more at /en-us/about.
Recipes
Are the recipes authentic or tex-mex?+
Authentic. Every recipe starts from a documented traditional version of a Mexican region (Oaxaca, Yucatán, Puebla, CDMX, etc.). When we include something tex-mex, we flag it explicitly.
What if I can't find an ingredient in the US?+
Every ingredient comes with a note on culturally close substitutions. In the US most Mexican ingredients are easy to find at Latin grocery stores and large chains (Walmart, Kroger, H-E-B). For harder-to-find items, we tell you where to buy them online, including Amazon US.
Can I print the recipes?+
Yes. Every recipe page has an optimized print button.
Where do I find Mexican ingredients in the US?+
At Latin supermarkets (Northgate, Vallarta, El Rancho, Fiesta Mart), in the international/Hispanic aisle of big chains like Walmart, Kroger, H-E-B and Target, and online via Amazon US and specialist stores.
Account and privacy
Do I need to create an account?+
No, not to read recipes. Yes, if you want to save favorites, create shopping lists or rate recipes.
Do you share my data?+
We do not sell your data. See /en-us/privacy. We respect your privacy rights, including those of California residents under the CCPA/CPRA.
How do I delete my account?+
Email [email protected] requesting deletion. We respond within a reasonable timeframe in line with applicable privacy law (including the CCPA for California residents).
Business directory (coming to the US)
Do you have a directory of Mexican restaurants/shops in the US?+
Yes. We now have a directory of Mexican restaurants and shops in the US, alongside Spain and the UK. Browse restaurants and stores by city from the menu.
I own a Mexican restaurant/shop in the US. How do I sign up?+
Email [email protected] with your business. We will gather interest during the traffic phase and open registrations once there is critical volume.