“We’re thrilled to have Rafael Mier, a world expert on corn and nixtamalization, join us and share his knowledge with our team and our guests,” said Chef Rodrigo Cárdenas, Culinary Director of Don Artemio and Dos Mares. “We’re passionate about authenticity and sharing our gastronomic heritage. This program will give people the chance to see how we express that passion right here in our own kitchen.”

Don Artemio and its sister restaurant Dos Mares are no strangers to nixtamalization. Their in-house process involves grinding heirloom corn daily to produce their signature handmade blue corn tortillas. Participants in this program and workshop will go behind the scenes to see how their famous tortillas are made before getting the opportunity to make their own.

Rafael Mier
Photo courtesy of Don Artemio

Rafael Mier is the author of Maíz: Origen, Cultura y Cocina and the Founder and Director of La Fundación Tortilla, a nonprofit organization in Mexico dedicated to promoting corn as a fundamental element of culture, nutrition, and economic development. In addition to providing education and training programs, Mier advocates for public policy and regulatory reforms aimed at conserving and promoting corn and Mexico’s natural biodiversity.

Nixtamalization is the process of soaking and cooking dried corn in an alkaline solution to break down the outer hull and release nutrients. It’s a practice that originated in Mesoamerica centuries ago, and is still used today to produce masa, which is then turned into popular foods such as corn tortillas and tamales. This way of processing and cooking corn creates a sustainable food source that is both delicious and nutritious.

Photo courtesy of Don Artemio

The “Maíz and Nixtamalization” program and workshop will give food enthusiasts, at-home chefs, students, and professionals alike the opportunity to learn more about this essential part of the world’s food heritage. Price is $150 per person plus tax and gratuity, and includes an educational presentation, hands-on workshop, and post-class meal of freshly made tacos and a margarita. Register at https://resy.com/cities/dallas-fort-worth-tx/venues/don-artemio/events/maiz-nixtamalization-master-class-at-don-artemio-2026-05-06

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