“There's a particular quality that those of us who live on the border share; we can switch from being Mexican to being American in an instant just by scanning our surroundings. Not everybody has this superpower; it takes a very specific kind of upbringing to instill a deep pride in two very different cultures.”

American chef and author

Marcela Luz Valladolid is an American chef and author. She became known as the host of the Food Network television series Mexican Made Easy and as a judge on Best Baker in America. Her work has centered on food and cooking on television, especially Mexican cuisine. Through her books and broadcast appearances, she has built a profile around approachable cooking and the flavors of Mexican home-style dishes.