Food Appreciation [Week 8, Period 4, Mon. 10/25]

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There was a really simple reason the class met in the Danger Shop today: John wanted a damn taco. The class assembled on a busy California street. There were cars, people, and a glorious taco truck.

"Today we're eating out. Mexican food is as diverse as it is delicious. There's a thousand ways to make a taco and each one is as tasty as the last. Though honestly, I haven't had the time to try them all. Sure I could spend a class teaching you how to make a couple tasty types of tacos, but seriously, we're all here for the consumption." At least he was realistic about why kids showed up in his class. "This here is a taco truck. The beauty of America is that food isn't limited to a restaurant. Sure this truck looks like a mobile meth lab, and if you spot it in your neighborhood at 9pm on a Sunday night offering $40 tacos chances are you'll end up pretty popular, but the taco truck is about the food within, not the appeal of the stand."

John walked to the menu and gave the metal sign a tap. "So today you guys get to figure out the moddable menu of tacos and see if you can order something without getting laughed at for your pronunciation. Or, you know, find a friend to help you. Now, let's eat!"