Born from the idea, “If I made a manual about me, what would I teach you?”—the answer was obvious: how to survive eating Mexican food.

Packed with recipes from my mom’s and my homeland playful step-by-step illustrations, and personal advice on everything from handling spicy meals to embracing messy hands, this book blends personal storytelling with editorial design. Movie quotes, custom icons, and whimsical drawings bring each page to life, making it as fun to flip through as it is to cook from.

The project has items made that complete the book experience: a branded salt-and-pepper duo adds and a mini pocket book featuring traditional salsa recipes.