Our Story
Templo De Tacos was created to celebrate the bold flavors, traditions, and culture of Hispanic cuisine while offering a refined dining experience inspired by the vibrant street food culture of Mexico and the craftmanship of tradition cooking, our restaurant transforms simple ingredients into dishes that feel advanced. Each recipe is carefully prepared using cooking techniques that bring out the deep and rich flavors Templo De Tacos is known for.
Our Partner Pepper’s
Getting a seat at the table with a titan like Pepper’s is a massive win for our kitchen. By joining forces, we’re blending our deep-rooted passion for Hispanic flavors with their industry-leading distribution and culinary expertise. This partnership means our community gets more than just recipes; they get direct access to the high-quality ingredients and professional tools that turn a simple meal into a celebration of heritage.
We’ll be integrating Pepper’s seamless logistics into our platform, making it easier for our users to source everything. This collaboration allows us to scale our mission of preserving traditional techniques while utilizing modern technology to bring those bold, vibrant tastes to kitchens across the globe. Go check them out!
Meet Our Chefs!
Meet our featured culinary experts. These professionals focus on sustainability, diverse, and high-quality ingredients to create a customer’s memorable dining experience. Below are stories of each one of their hard work.
Executive Chef Rick Baylonso of District Azteca (32 years experience). He specializes and is inspired by Latin American flavors.
“I am a chef here at Templo De Tacos. I have worked here for about 24 years out of my full career and absolutely love the style; I love my job as a whole. It is a dream, I believe, every one of our staff awaits…!”
Johnny Cebes (14 years of experience). A globally acclaimed chef known for modern Caribbean cuisine.
“I am the, I would say, one of the most humorous chefs we have here at Templo De Tacos; I’ve dedicated 12 years of my life to this kitchen. The precision and discipline Executive Rick demands make every shift feel like a masterclass. It’s the kind of artistry most chefs only ever read about in books!”
Carlos Gaytan (16 years of experience). Expertise in authentic and innovative Latin cuisine.
“I am the lead grill chef and have been here for 12 years. The Templo De Taco’s kitchen is a whirlwind of rhythmic energy and bold citrus; working for it is the vibrant escape and professional peak we all strive for!”
Jorge Esteban (19 years of experience). A first-generation Cuban-American chef focusing on heritage-inspired cuisine.
“I have spent 10 out of the 19 years refining my craft in the kitchen. The energy here is soulful and innovative; being part of Templo De Taco’s vision is the creative breakthrough I spent my whole career searching for!”
Tatiana Rosana (23 years of experience). An experienced chef known for her specific authentic spices and in flexible custom dining.
“I am Tatiana Rosana, a chef that has loved the flavorful environment here and have been part of the family for 9 years. The warmth of the wood-fired ovens and my passion for the land of cuisine makes this place feel like home. For a chef, landing a spot in this kitchen is the ultimate culinary achievement and blessing!”
