Among the culinary traditions that gather families and friends around the table, the classic Carnitas holds a special place in most Latino households. This dish, featuring fried pork prepared according to each chef's unique recipe, is not just a food; it's a celebration of culture and individuality. And no one does it better than Michoacán Bar & Grill in Odell, Oregon.

“One of the places I recommend to eat guacamole as god commands is the Ixtapa de Hood River restaurant where they prepare the guacamole at your table and you can see the process of making this delicacy for yourself.” —Arturo Leyva

Arturo Leyva is back with his second El Sabor del Gorge column to talk tortas, the slang meaning of the word torta, and his high school days in Michoacán.

Arturo Leyva writes his first food Column for CCCNews. He speaks about a new food truck, what makes Mexican food authentic, and memories of sopitos in his hometown.