Meet the Maker
Melissa Guerra
San Antonio, TX
Latin America may be just be a short plane ride away, but it's often easier to find authentic European delicacies than a steaming cup of Mexican hot chocolate or perfect flour tortillas. No more: Melissa Guerra is our saving grace. Even better -- her supplies come from indigenous cooperatives whenever possible.
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