What We’re Reading: Mexican cuisine goes global; identifying your real

Mexican cuisine gains global audience

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It used to be a challenge to find quality Mexican food around the world, but a growing interested in the country’s cuisine is elevating its dishes in cities from Copenhagen to Melbourne. “Everywhere, I see a new respect for Mexican culture,” Martha Ortiz, a celebrity chef in Mexico, recently told The New York Times. (The New York Times)

Who your competition really is

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You might think your competition is the restaurant similar to yours across town, but that might not be the full picture. Tara-Nicholle Nelson, formerly of MyFitnessPal, outlines how to define your true competition. (Harvard Business Review)

Nutella Café to debut in Chicago

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Can’t get enough of Nutella, the chocolate-hazelnut spread? If you’re in Chicago, you can sample the sweet in a variety of menu items — waffles, croissants, fondue — at the soon-to-open Nutella Café. Some savory, Nutella-free dishes will also be on offer. (Bon Appetit)

What’s old is new at these restaurants

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Nostalgia is in full force at a number of New York restaurants, from the cocktails they serve to the locations themselves. Get ready to take a trip down memory lane. (The Wall Street Journal)

Horse meat illegally on the menu at Pittsburgh eatery

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Cure Restaurant in Pittsburgh found itself in hot water after serving horse tartare at a special dinner earlier this month. While the restaurant didn’t face any penalties, it received a warning letter from the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service. Horse meat for human consumption is banned in the U.S. (Associated Press/Columbus Dispatch)