The avocado is native to the Mexican state of Puebla, which helps explain why it's so popular in Mexican cooking. — Marcus Samuelsson Copy Share Image
The plateau of Mexico is 8,000 feet high, and that of Puebla 9,000 feet. — Edward Burnett Tylor Copy Share Image
Tijuana is a baby compared to pre-Hispanic cities like Puebla or Oaxaca, the birthplace of mole. — Marcela Valladolid Copy Share Image
