The Preacher and I lived in a small town on the Western slope of Colorado for two years before we had kids. It was a charming little town. One of the most endearing things for my Spanish-speaking hubby and non-Spanish speaking-but-Mexican-food-loving me, was the smattering of authentic taquerias and Mexican restaurants found around town. I remember the first time I ordered “Shrimp Cocktail” from one of our favorite hole-in-the walls, forever curious to try new ethnic concoctions. The description Shrimp Cocktail did not do it justice, as this was no mere icy cooked shrimp and dip. What was served in a giant margarita glass should’ve been more aptly described as spicy-tomatoey-shrimp-avocado-chunkiness-infused-with-lime. You see why I generally cook by taste, rather than recipes…I have vivid taste recall. I figured it was about time to share the flavor explosion with all of you, so I made sure to take photos and write […]