Chapter 2 May 10, 1539 Mexico City
Chapter 2 May 10, 1539 Mexico City
Dear Mariana, The Aztec people make the most wonderful food! Tamales are my favorite.
They are pockets made from cornmeal dough filled with meat, fish, fruits, or vegetables.
These pockets are wrapped in cornhusks and steamed.
I am learning how to make them.
I will make tamales for you and Mother when you come here.
I had time to ask Carlos how the Aztec people feel about changes.
He explained that before the Spanish invader