Over the Borderline

Muralism: Portraits of Phoenix Work by Angel Diaz -- 1st Street south of Jackson -- Phoenix, Az Murals are more than an art form, they are part of the lifeblood and fabric of the communities in which they are painted. Whether their locale is a barrio or a newly gentrified neighborhood, murals paint a picture of struggle, culture, history, politics, and activism. They are an outlet for the oppressed, a conduit that connects people from various walks of life, they are a link between the past and present, they are at once a symbol of protest and a beacon of hope for what a unified community could look like. Murals in Mexico predate the arrival of the Spanish conquistadors in the early 16 th century. Much like paintings on cave walls, murals were a communication tool for the illiterate masses. They depicted images of the gods, warriors, animals, changes in seasons, life and death. One of the immediate difficulties the Spanish faced upon their landing in Mexico was the lan

I created this salsa in honor of the NCAA Final Four basketball tournament here in Phoenix....for those who like it hot! It has four roasted peppers: red bell, Anaheim, jalapeno, and serrano (5 if you include toasted chiltepin). Final Four Pepper Salsa 6 roasted jalapenos 6 roasted serranos 3 roasted Anaheim peppers 1 roasted red bell pepper 5 roasted tomatoes 1 ½ tsp toasted chiltepin 3 cloves roasted garlic ½ tsp cumin 2 ½ tsp salt ¼ c roasted red pepper juice 2 tblsp  apple cider vingar 2 tsp oregano Put all the above in a blender jar and blend or pulse to desired thickness, thin with more vinegar if needed. Enjoy! Jesse A. Phoenix, Arizona 4/1/2017