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Tucson chef Maria Mazon explains the 'modern Mexican' food trend

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Food trends from around the world often find their way to the United State. And just as often, they become the hot new trend.

For example, in recent years we’ve seen the popularity of bubbly water Topo Chico spike, along with other elements of Mexican cuisine. Some restaurateurs have tried to capitalize on these trends, declaring their menus serve “modern Mexican” food. 

But what exactly does that mean?

To find out, The Show spoke with chef Maria Mazon, chef and owner of Boca Tacos in Tucson.

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Mark Brodie is a co-host of The Show, KJZZ’s locally produced news magazine. Since starting at KJZZ in 2002, Brodie has been a host, reporter and producer, including several years covering the Arizona Legislature, based at the Capitol.