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Far from a Firm Definition
The origins of the taco word itself remain uncertain. The term may have derived from the Nahuatl word tlacho, but its initial meanings were unrelated to food. Throughout the 19th century, reference to the taco evolved, with descriptions often more aligned to snacks rather than specific food items.
A Look Back at Taco History
Researchers and historians have traced the taco’s lineage through various cultural contexts. Early descriptions from the 16th century noted Aztec women making tortillas, hinting at the potential for what we now perceive as a taco.