Hello ladies and gents this is the Viking telling you that today we are talking about
TACOS
Tacos are delicious! That is a fact you will know already, especially if you have tasted the foods from our popular taco restaurant.
But what about the taco facts that you don't know? Do you know where tacos originated? Do you know the size of the world's largest taco? To learn more about taco history and other fun facts about your favorite Mexican food, keep reading.
#1: Tacos have been around for a very long time
How long? Well, some believe the taco was invented between 1000 and 500 B.C, although the word 'taco' originated from Mexican silver miners in the 18th century. At the time it was used to describe the thin sheets of paper wrapped in gunpowder that was used as an explosive, although the miners did enjoy a more flavorsome alternative as part of their staple diet. For more, check out our post on the history of the taco.
#2: Some tacos may be out of your price range
We pride ourselves on our tacos and the affordable prices that come with them. However, there is one high-end resort in Las Vegas that sells tacos at a whopping $25,000. These tacos are costly because they are infused with gold and you have to be a guest at the resort's Presidential Suite if you want to buy one. Our advice? Stick with our tacos. They are far more affordable and probably just as delicious!
#3: The world's largest taco was quite a mouthful
How big do you like your tacos? We bet it's smaller than the world's largest taco that was constructed in Queretaro, Mexico, on November 20, 2011. It was 246 feet long, stretched an entire city block, and was filled with carnitas (pulled pork).
#4: There is a day to celebrate tacos
October 4th is National Taco Day so celebrate this great day with a meal at our restaurant.
#5: Taco is translated as 'light lunch'
The word taco means 'light lunch,' which is quite ironic when you consider the fact that people like to fill their tacos with all kinds of delicious and sometimes heavy fillings!
And as always have a chilled day from the Viking
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