Taqueando with Bill Esparza

Inside Xokol, Guadalajara’s Michelin-Starred Temple to Corn, with Xrysw Ruelas

May 27, 2026·59 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

On this episode of Taqueando, Bill Esparza sits down with Chef Xrysw Ruelas of Xokol, the Michelin-starred Guadalajara restaurant she runs with Chef Oscar Segundo. They discuss Xokol’s evolution from a humble molino and antojería into one of Mexico’s most important modern Mexican restaurants, rooted in heirloom corn, indigenous knowledge, the milpa, and the culinary traditions of Jalisco and Estado de México. Xrysw also shares her guide to eating in Guadalajara, including tacos, tortas ahogadas, mariscos, bars, Santa Tere, Nejayote, and why Guadalajara remains one of Mexico’s most exciting food cities.Produced by Robert Haleblian.

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