The taco is universally regarded as the emblem of Mexican food. Recently, a video has caused an uproar on social media showing a hooded woman vandalizing a trompo de pastor, a utensil traditionally used to cut meat in taquerías.
Among the comments generated by internet users, expressions such as "Among all the dishes, the taco is, undoubtedly, the symbol of Mexican food," and "Then why do all those types of people generate rejection," can be read. These reactions have led thousands of people to condemn this act of vandalism.
Although the video has reached over four million views in less than a day, it has been confirmed that the images are from an event that occurred in November 2023. In the clip, the masked woman can be seen spraying paint on the meat of the trompo, forcing the disposal of all the food.
The establishment's employees tried to stop the woman, but she refused to cease her act of vandalism. The incident has generated outrage among lovers of Mexican food and the culinary culture of the country. Mexico, known for its magnificent climates and exquisite food, is one of the most popular tourist destinations for foreign visitors.
Despite the video drawing attention in recent days, showing a negative side related to Mexican food, it is important to remember the cultural and culinary significance that the taco holds in Mexico's identity. The act of vandalism against the trompo de pastor has been rejected by the virtual community, which has expressed its disapproval of such behaviors.
