South Philly Barbacoa 🌮
Traditional cuisine doesn’t compete… it transcends.
We are daughters of corn, keepers of the fire, and makers of history.
From our roots, we’re taking BARBACOA to the world.
And this is only the beginning.
Thank you, New York Times 🔥🌮🇲🇽🇺🇸
La cocina tradicional no compite… trasciende.
Somos hijas del maíz, guardianas del fuego y creadoras de historia.
Desde nuestras raíces, llevamos la BARBACOA al mundo.
Y esto recién comienza.
Gracias Equipo por tanto @southphillybarbacoa_@casamexicophilly #Productivo
The James Beard Foundation Award is a recognition of the hard work, passion, and talent of my team, my family. I celebrate culinary excellence and remember with a smile the days, years, and decades of relentless dedication invested in the culinary art of my Barbacoa del alma Reposted from @sarahmaiellano 🙏
Happy Thanksgiving! 🍂
Today we give thanks to God for all the blessings. With much affection, I remember Chef’s Table, part of season five on Netflix, directed by @brimcgi ❤️🙏. It’s a great choice to enjoy with family on a day like today. If you haven’t seen it yet, we highly recommend it. #barbecue 🌮✨ @chefstable , and for fans, season 7 premieres today.”
Hoy damos gracias a Dios por todas las bendiciones. Con mucho cariño, recuerdo Chef’s Table, parte de la quinta temporada en Netflix, dirigida por @brimcgi ❤️🙏. Es una excelente opción para disfrutar en familia en un día como hoy. Si aún no lo has visto, definitivamente te lo recomendamos. #barbacoa 🌮✨ @chefstable , y para los fanáticos, la temporada 7 se estrena hoy.
South Philly, we’re ready 🌮🔥
Join Chef Cristina Martínez on 9th Street this May 16 & 17 for a weekend full of handmade tortillas, authentic Mexican flavors, culture, and community.
📍 South 9th Street Italian Market
⏰ 12PM – 5PM
See you there ❤️
Some ingredients don’t just bring flavor… they bring me back to my childhood. 🌽🌶️🥑💚
Now I want to know…
What ingredient instantly takes you back to your childhood? 👇
Tell me your memory in the comments. 🫶
Last week, the James Beard award winning @barbacoachef was acknowledged on the House floor by @RepMcClinton for being a nationally recognized culinary expert, entrepreneur and community advocate. A Mexican immigrant who brought her homeland traditions to Philly, I'm always proud of the folks in my district who make my district extraordinary.
Happy Mother’s Day to all the women who inspire, nourish, and keep our culture alive every single day. ❤️
Today we celebrate the strength, love, wisdom, and traditions passed down through generations. Thank you to every mother, grandmother, daughter, and woman who continues to shape our communities with care and resilience.
Con mucho amor,
Chef Cristina Martínez ✨
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Feliz Día de las Madres a todas las mujeres que inspiran, alimentan y mantienen viva nuestra cultura todos los días. ❤️
Hoy celebramos la fuerza, el amor, la sabiduría y las tradiciones que pasan de generación en generación. Gracias a cada mamá, abuela, hija y mujer que sigue construyendo comunidad con cariño y resiliencia.
Con mucho amor,
Chef Cristina Martínez ✨
Celebrating 50 years of empowering woman through food, culture and community 💜
Proud to be part of Dish It Up 2026 in Philadelphia! ✨ @womenagainstabuse@cashmanassoc
This week, the James Beard award winning @barbacoachef was acknowledged on the House floor for being a nationally recognized culinary expert, entrepreneur and community advocate. A Mexican immigrant who brought her homeland traditions to Philly, I'm always proud of the folks in my district who make my district extraordinary.
