A colorful cookbook cover for "Mi Cocina: Recipes and Rapture from My Kitchen in Mexico" by Rick Martinez, from Gneiss Spice, features vibrant textiles, limes, salsa, onions, and tortillas on a pink surface with the bold title displayed prominently.
Inspired by “Mi Cocina: Recipes and Rapture from My Kitchen in Mexico” by Rick Martinez (Gneiss Spice): enchiladas with sour cream, cheese, lettuce, veggies on one plate; spinach patties with tomato sauce on another—served on a pink patterned tablecloth.
A vibrant table features a large tlayuda with meat, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and avocado on a floral cloth. Several hands reach in to grab pieces—a scene inspired by "Mi Cocina" by Rick Martinez from Gneiss Spice. Recipe text appears on the right.
A man in casual summer attire relaxes on a porch with his dog; beside him, a plate of vibrant recipes from "Mi Cocina: Recipes and Rapture from My Kitchen in Mexico by Rick Martinez" for Gneiss Spice sits on a blue table with yellow flowers.
Two blue bowls of Sopa de Lima, a Mexican chicken soup, sit on a yellow surface with tortilla chips and pickled onions—perfect for fans of Mexican recipes or "Mi Cocina: Recipes and Rapture from My Kitchen in Mexico" by Rick Martinez (Gneiss Spice).
An overhead view of vibrant bowls with beef stew, corn, and veggies on a green table, inspired by Mexican recipes from "Mi Cocina: Recipes and Rapture from My Kitchen in Mexico" by Rick Martinez. Featured spices by Gneiss Spice.
Two tacos with shredded meat, onions, cilantro, and pickled red onions rest on a red cloth—ideal for fans of Mexican food or Rick Martínez’s “Mi Cocina: Recipes and Rapture from My Kitchen in Mexico” from Gneiss Spice. Served with lime wedges and salsa.
A colorful cookbook cover for "Mi Cocina: Recipes and Rapture from My Kitchen in Mexico" by Rick Martinez, from Gneiss Spice, features vibrant textiles, limes, salsa, onions, and tortillas on a pink surface with the bold title displayed prominently.
Inspired by “Mi Cocina: Recipes and Rapture from My Kitchen in Mexico” by Rick Martinez (Gneiss Spice): enchiladas with sour cream, cheese, lettuce, veggies on one plate; spinach patties with tomato sauce on another—served on a pink patterned tablecloth.
A vibrant table features a large tlayuda with meat, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and avocado on a floral cloth. Several hands reach in to grab pieces—a scene inspired by "Mi Cocina" by Rick Martinez from Gneiss Spice. Recipe text appears on the right.
A man in casual summer attire relaxes on a porch with his dog; beside him, a plate of vibrant recipes from "Mi Cocina: Recipes and Rapture from My Kitchen in Mexico by Rick Martinez" for Gneiss Spice sits on a blue table with yellow flowers.
Two blue bowls of Sopa de Lima, a Mexican chicken soup, sit on a yellow surface with tortilla chips and pickled onions—perfect for fans of Mexican recipes or "Mi Cocina: Recipes and Rapture from My Kitchen in Mexico" by Rick Martinez (Gneiss Spice).
An overhead view of vibrant bowls with beef stew, corn, and veggies on a green table, inspired by Mexican recipes from "Mi Cocina: Recipes and Rapture from My Kitchen in Mexico" by Rick Martinez. Featured spices by Gneiss Spice.
Two tacos with shredded meat, onions, cilantro, and pickled red onions rest on a red cloth—ideal for fans of Mexican food or Rick Martínez’s “Mi Cocina: Recipes and Rapture from My Kitchen in Mexico” from Gneiss Spice. Served with lime wedges and salsa.

Mi Cocina: Recipes and Rapture from My Kitchen in Mexico by Rick Martinez


$ 35.00
Minus Plus

James Beard Award Nominee

A vibrant, soulful journey through the kitchens of México.

In Mi Cocina, Rick Martínez shares more than just recipes—he shares a deeply personal celebration of Mexican culture, identity, and flavor. Based on a transformative road trip across all 32 states of México, this cookbook is full of rich storytelling, striking photos, and over 100 recipes inspired by the people, regions, and meals that shaped his journey.

From shrimp-filled tamales in Sinaloa to smoky albóndigas in chipotle sauce from Oaxaca, Martínez brings México’s culinary diversity to life with dishes that are both accessible and transportive. The flavors are bold, the ingredients rooted in tradition, and the stories told with love and honesty.

Why we recommend it:
This is a cookbook that will change how you think about Mexican cuisine. It’s not just tacos and salsas—it’s heritage, technique, joy, and connection. Rick’s approachable tone and emotional depth make it a standout for both seasoned cooks and those just starting to explore regional Mexican cooking.

Who’s it for?

Fans of storytelling through food, lovers of regional Mexican cuisine, and anyone ready to bring smoky, spicy, herb-filled magic to their kitchen.

Spice pairings:

Try it with chipotle powder, oregano (Mexican or Mediterranean), cumin, clove, cinnamon, achiote, epazote, or chile flakes. And don’t skip coriander, bay leaf, and paprika—they show up often in sauces, stews, and marinades.