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The stereotype of nachos, overstuffed burritos and cheesy enchiladas does not do justice to the diversity of Mexican fare.

If Art Ulene completes the 13-day trek in July, he will become the oldest person ever to summit the highest free-standing mountain in the world.

Made quickly and easily in a skillet, this version of the signature dish of Veracruz, Mexico, uses snapper fillets rather than a whole fish.

Gently frying scallions for 10 minutes gives you a two-for-one combo of a flavored oil and a crispy garnish.

Scallion oil noodles, a specialty of Shanghai and the greater Jiangnan region in eastern China, showcase the allium sweetness and mellow pungency of one of the most versatile aromatics in Chinese cuisine.