A little-known fact about the iconic artist Frida Kahlo was her love of Mexican cuisine, especially that of Oaxaca, her mother's birthplace. Frida loved dishes like mole, tamales, and enchiladas, and enjoyed trips to the marked in Coyocan. Her famous recipe for mole poblano, a chocolate chile sauce that is a staple of Mexican cuisine, now hangs in the Frida Kahlo Museum in Mexico City. Filled with authentic dishes and mouthwatering photography, this luxurious cookbook reflecls Kohlo's distinctive style. Saturated with color and flavor, it includes basic recipes for the building block of Mexican cuisine-tortillas, moles and salsas, beans, chiles, and beverages-as well as classic dishes such as beef, pork, and chicken tacos; enchiladas, chilaquiles, and posole; flan; and tres leches cake. Mexican-born chef Gabriela Castellano's recipes are true to Kahlo's and her own heritage, using traditional methods and ingredients that emphasize quality and flavor over convenience. In engaging text, Castellano explores Kahlo's relationship with food as well as the historical significance of Mexican cuisine. A book for fans of Kahlo's art, who will gain a deeper understanding of her love of color and tradition, and for anyone interested in authentic Mexican cooking, who will be drawn to the flavors and textures of Castellano's beautifully illuslrated recipes.