It’s back! The Chinese Chorizo Festival officially starts this weekend

Forget pumpkin spice, October means it’s time for Chinese Chorizo!

The Chinese Chorizo Festival is back for its fifth year, bringing the delicious dish to various local restaurants so the community has the chance to taste a little piece of Tucson history.

Chinese Chorizo is more than just a tasty meal; it brought together Chinese and Mexican immigrants who faced racism in Tucson during the 1880s through the 1960s. During that time, Chinese grocery stores began popping up around some of the city’s historic barrios, creating a safe space for communities to gather…

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