Final Thoughts

Photography, mixed media, canvas print , 30 x 48 in.

#1 El Tomate

Known as a fruit or a vegetable, good raw, stewed or fried This one is crimson and grows tall, round or wide Conocido como una fruta o verdura, buena cruda, guisada o frita Este es carmesí y crece alto, redondo o ancho

Playing the game of lotería (Mexican Bingo) has been a long-standing tradition in households across San Antonio. This unique version, ¡Que Sabor! San Antonio ™ captures our “local flavor“ by showcasing dozens of traditional and iconic food images. Created in the spirit of the historic games from Mexico and Europe, this game also contains frolicsome versos or poems that are viewed as lighthearted “clues“ to the cards drawn.

Tracey Maurer Tracey Is a Texas native who specializes in food photography. Her background in Theatre Arts and as a professional photographer have given her a keen eye for “story telling“. Maurer‘s food-centric take on this widely popular game started out as an art-inspired lotería during the pandemic that was designed to enrich public awareness of food, history, tradition, and culture that make San Antonio so special.