The Last Tortilla Kings of Brooklyn | Food Skills
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- Bushwick, Brooklyn was once an epicenter for Mexican cuisine in NYC, earning the nickname the “Tortilla Triangle” in the process. Today, Mi Barrio Tortilleria is one of the only tortilla factories that remains, churning out hundreds of thousands of tortillas every day.
In this special edition of Food Skills, owners Miguel and Nelson Carrera give First We Feast an intimate glimpse into Mi Barrio’s decades-long history on Flushing Avenue. Together, the Carreras have successfully transformed a struggling tortilla factory into a booming food-service empire, supplying goods to neighborhood taquerias, as well as Michelin-starred Mexican restaurants.
Here, as Miguel and Nelson tour Mi Barrio’s production facility and its surrounding neighborhood, the brothers share the details behind their family’s uniquely American success story.
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can you name the song at the very beginning ???
Legit documentary. Echen le ganas plebes.
Rolling in and buying up the company your dad used to drive trucks for is one of the most baller moves I've ever heard of.
Dad you aint working no more,, you on payed vacations 4 life... we just bought the company u work 4.
A real baller move would be if you didn't speak like a black person
J T what’s good with you
@@WTC7 sounds like someone is stereotypical
@Rican Boy From The Block IKR. the crazy part is which 3 psychos liked that comment wtf
The most inspiring story "my dad was a driver, 10yrs later we purchased it"
They didn't even say that... wtf you smoking? Re-watch. Get quote right. Profit.
@@codylafleur2845 U high bruh
@@codylafleur2845 LOL, I guess he is Cody, because he doesn't know how to make a long story short from 1:33-1:48 ;)
I Love these guys. The true embodiment of the American spirit! Obviously, their father was a huge role model for them like my Mexican father-RIP. Buena Suerte!
Same thing I was thinking. Their family is the living embodiment of the American dream. Very inspirational video
how can you not watch this and be proud of this family!? awesome job fellas!!!!
My old stomping grounds how beautiful to see my people being successful 💯 🇲🇽 many blessings to you Nelson and Miguel Carrera
i lived across the street from this place; right next to the cheese factory! awesome to see the old hood and what went on inside
Doesn't the early morning beeping trucks wake you up? I was wondering who would live across the street there.
@@GFkilla17 it did! our bedroom was facing the street; part of the reason we only lived there a year and a half.
Please be nice to them and ask them to use gloves when touching the tortillas. I worked in one in Texas and the City makes you were them.
He had to add "that's legal" at the end of the sentence. LOL
which probably means that they do illegal too, probably bring in pejote along with the tortillas
Cydonius1 You're such a Debby downer bob
Went to jr and high school with Miguel. Proud of him and his hard work.
That's the sort of comment that makes youtube worthwhile.
Wow. These guys saw a successful business that was failing, strengthened it's weak points and just truly respected it's employees. Inspirational.
Their father worked as a driver and couple years later the sons bought it, a Mexican kids dream to do for their parents. I hope they keep going strong! When I go this Saturday to visit New York I’ll make sure to buy their products !
I didn’t know I cared about tortillas until watching this video.
you an inbred then foo
Cool guys. I see the loyalty lots of dedication and family ran
Latinos !!! I’m Costa Rica 🇨🇷 so yes very proud
Pura vida!!
Mad respect for these brothers! I too own and run a small business and seeing these guys warms my heart when the Walmarts and Amazons of the world just want to run you out of business.
bkLEGION3000 monopolization of small businesses is one of the saddest things happening to the world. with soon coming automation i’m somewhat worried but realize it’s inevitable...
mexican american pride
this was awesome, we need something like this filmed in Chicago
the sound of the metal belts took me back to tortillerias in Mexico
As someone who grew up in Bushwick and in the Tortillerias with my dad I'm glad to see my cousins not just thrive but grow and prosper. Blessing always and shout out to Don Pepe because without him taking his risk with the quesos they wouldn't be there today.🇲🇽Piaxtla!
I'm Dominican ...Made me very Proud to see brothers doing so good and great... Que Viva Mexico
Oh man! This is the tortilla shop from Babish's everything burrito special!
As soon as I saw the coolers in the front room I thought the same.
Always great see my Mexican people prospering, viva Mexico 🇲🇽
CezaMVO 🔥🔥
Fr
@psalm talk about rude my guy.
@psalm and what's wrong to be proud of your roots ??? Is who you are at the end of the day like YOURSELF if you aren't indigenous to this country your roots will be from another country or even continent and you should be proud because your ancestors DNA runs thru you even if you born in China.
"Viva Mexico" but you rats pour into this country (Fleeing Mexico) by the millions HAHAHA! Viva these nuts. Trump was right about you idiots :)
BUSHWICK BROOKLYN!!!!!
Damn u a baddy 😍
Ah the Mexican culture is so chill and friendly. Walk into a Mexican business and you instantly get the homely vibe, also great food. I'll leave you with the lyrics of a classic Mexican work moral song.
"All week long, Boss-man say,
Work Mexican work
Sing your song, earn your pay
Work Mexican work
Work, Mexican
Sweat, Mexican
Toil, Mexican
It's your lot in life
While people play in the sun all day
Work Mexican work"
Thats so cool to know, thanks for sharing bud :)
we gotta get Jimmy Kimmel to see his mexican doppelgänger!
Ha Ha Ha I was going to comment the same thing till I scrolled down.
I was wondering where have i seen this dude before lol
Even sounds like him
3:47 Guillermo's uncle in the back ground.
🤣🤣 fucked up!!
Bushwick Houses....my old stompin grounds. Glad they're able to keep operations in Bushwick still. I'm sure it's tough. $$$ SO SO happy for these 2 brothers. Bet on Brooklyn. Love it. ✌️
I’m glad TH-cam suggested this I learned so much and I live so close to the original factory/deli 🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽
I'm so very proud ! Es un gran orgullo!
I really admire what those two guys are doing for family and community.
Much respect. Love what you guys are doing. And I'm definitely gonna start buying these tortillas. All the way from Baltimore. 1 love
I bet this guy can make a killer quesadilla..
so extremely proud of mi gente! to see them become successful & own the business where their Dad started when he came to the US is inspiring. also the fact that 4 women are in charge of packing for a high demand product is astonishing!
Packing by hand, without gloves. That seems FDA approved...
this is dope coming from being from mexican heritage in LA/oc i love that even in the big apple we have roots
Orgullo Latino, May God bless you with more opportunities.
Tortillas is were the money at and I hope the best for them
Love Mexican food lol workers look happy and business looks like its pumping out the work. Family business looks tight. RESPECT!!!!! Nothing but the best for use. Brother from New Zealand showing some Love❤🤙
Any Latin communities In wonderful New Zealand?
Daniel mota. To be honest im not too sure but i do Wish there was.
wow, that was a first we feast? thought i was watching a vice piece. solid work ladies and gentlemen
Love seeing my fellow Latinos prosper. Both of them are very handsome ;)
Ferox M What an idiot if anything people live a lot longer and more peaceful in Mexico it’s a much more simple way of living stress free keep believing everything you see on social media and tv sheep!
i love this
if you a regular and you need something regardless if i lose a dollar make a dollar i will get it
"On Friday i was making cheese, and on Monday i was making tortillas" i bet on Wednesday he makes Quesadillas ;)
Hell yea lol
Hahaha hahaha ha damn that made me laugh 🤣😂😂🤣
And I bet your siting on your ass waiting for that quesadilla! All American
Wow how racist
@@robertgonzalez36 Roberto el grosero, chill homie damn 😆
Love this! Gives a Latino like me hope and motivation. We are all humans but it's nice to see some of my paisas make it.
Thumbnail lookin' like a Guitar Hero chart.
Nay Tro Lmaoo u right
VERY PROUD HERMANOS! SUERTE~SIEMPRE. RICH BLESSINGS from Rosarito, Baja CA
God bless these brothers for staying together and making things happen
Nice to see a positive spin on the term "Pura Masa"
Jimmy Kimmel working two jobs. Respek dude
And he is Mexican not white lol
Jimmy Cisneros.
Javier Vargas lol
Notice how the guy immediately says legal lmao we see you with that VCR jorge
"If you need something.... thats legal" made me chuckle
They know how inclined are locals to buy illegal things from Mexique.
The Tow Tee Ya King Ping much love and respect ✊🇲🇽
I love seeing buisnesses and how they start. I'm currently have a lawncare company that I started when I was 13, I'm almost 17 now and still going at it. Sometimes it seems easier to just go out and get a normal job but things like this are inspiring
Don't get a normal job always be your own boss
When you guys get on T.V. Don't change. I love the cinematography.
Wtf is TV ?
TV's dead.
I really loved this. I'm an Arizonan born and raised. I love authentic Mexican food. Almost all my friends are part Mexican, My brother-in-law is Mexican. I actually feel sorry for the rest of the U.S. because they have no idea what Mexican food is.
American dream right there! Nice work dudes!!
i swear anything first we feast makes is entertaining
Rick Martinez from Bon Appetit. You may talk a lot of smack about machine made tortillas but this is what a real American made tortilla is like. Fresh, custom made to a chef's specifications, and from a company run by professionals.
Exactly, this is how it is made, no different than with store bought maseca from the supermarket, except it has time to sour for a day or two on the plastic. It's like using canned tuna for sushi, sure it works, but it tastes very bad compared to real fresh ground corn. The problem with tortillas is scale, you can't really scale, so fresh nixtamal you will only find in mom and pop tortillerias or restaurants, which mostly don't exist in the US, or they used processed flour like this place. Even grabbing the tortillas fresh of the machine will be very inferior to fresh ground.
I love videos like this bc it shows the type of community that still lives the old culture and shed a light to what was and still is today
Congrats on the Webby Nom, my vote is for you guys, hope you guys win it
Felicidades Hombres Emprendedores Y Exitosos Puro ORGULLO Latino MIL Bendiciones
🇲🇽🇲🇽 jimmy kimmel Tortilla maker, jaritos and aguacates distributor by morning. Comedian by night! And I think I saw Guillermo there too with a pallet
I remember visiting this factory years ago with friends that are also friends of the owner. Nice to see this documentary. 2019
Barrios need a QC manager because all I see are a bunch of people handling fresh tortillas with no gloves and wearing rings, I'm like wtf they get health inspector in their and they'll get shut down faster than a taco gets soggy. not to mention the way they move fresh produce with other products that shouldn't be close in the vicinity.
I don't want this series to ever go away again
Prime example of the American dream....
It's hard but still possible
Great story! Two brothers Working hard, buying the business the dad use to work for and making it successful as well as looking after the workers and their people! Great story wish them all the best!
Hell yeah man, bless these dudes. Love seeing my beautiful black and brown hardworking people!!
Both of you make me so proud. I am inspired. Thank you!
Killing it!!!!! congrats on your families success!
This video gave me the inspiration of one day owning my own business; its a hustle, but if they're able to find away i can too. Gotta start small and build.
oh shit food skills is finally back whaddup
I need first we feast merchhhhh
I feel they came in like a bigger gangsta and took over the business. Hence, no one messes with them haha
I love my BUSHWICK, LOVE THEIR tacos, I've been going and pass by as a kid 32 years ago...
Saludos desde TIJUANA MX!
Nelson Luke Amos a, Adelitas
@@RCFHugo lol
@@RCFHugo ahora es HONG KONG..lol
Man I love Food Skillz. These videos are great
This is the one Binging with Babish went to for the Ultimate Burrito.
Tortillas will never die. Acient history
Tortilla King > Burger King
Idk I think a whopper-ito sounds pretty banging, they need to combine forces
@@theantichrist5191 lol no one man should have all that power
My mammas cooking >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Burger King
When I'm ready to open my restaurant I will be calling these people
Jimmy Kimmels Spanish cousin making tortillas. Good shit.
In 1964 Our family took a 2 month trip and went to New York for the worlds fair and we brought a couple dozen packages of tortillias with us because none of our relatives back there had ever tried mexican food of any type. We introduced them to tacos, enchiladas, chile verde, chile colorado, etc... The hot sauce was too much heat for their palates,. It was not their favorite type of food, but they enjoyed tasting the food that we ate on a regular basis in California. They had never even seen a tortilla before the ones we brought with us.
Really enjoyed this. Can't wait for more
Wow that’s cool, I love to purchase these type of items here in Kansas City...🙏🏽
I thought the thumbnail was one of those tiles in Guitar Hero lol
It’s seem like you guys achieved the best dream together, and what a tough move, ur father there from a driver to been a boss is amazing feeling. God bless you both.
Amazing who doesnt love a tortillería,,, yum...
Only flaw at the end have the ladies wear gloves
I work in a much larger tortilla plant and we dont wear gloves either. Gloves can rip and that can end up in the product, usually better to just wash your hand frequently.
Good on you guys for supporting your people !!
My not a religious person, but GOD Bless you both and your loyal associates!!
I hope you encourage your folks to register and VOTE.....
✌️❤️😁
can u post a link where I could buy them tortillas?
Near Hispanic store
Depends on where you live, I've not seen that brand of tortilla in any of the stores I go to.
Hispanic store but that brand sucks tbh
I love these guys even though they don't mention distributing my fave soft drink I can't get here in SF, Peñafiel.. I'd buy only their tortillas, but I've never seen them in San Francisco -- maybe an east coast west coast thing?
It wasn't clear if they still own the cheese place, do they?
Thinking to buy online to support a family business on google I entered "piaxtla tortillas" using a shopping search. They didn't show up at all. I tried "mi barrio tortilleria" and nothing showed up. It seems that it is hard to buy their products from any vendors online. No one lists them. That HAS to translate to money left on the table. Maybe they have enough.
The main guy looks like a Mexican Jimmy Kimmel.. I'm just sayin
The Antichrist omg I was gonna write the.
@GARY JACQUES listen I don't care if you like what I said or not Cause he does look like Jimmy Kimmel
What if... Jimmy's Dad had a fling with ol boys Mom ☹️🙁
This mini documentary was remarkably inspiring.
That thumbnail made me think this was a Guitar Hero video.
this is taco hero
Kudos to the family and my gratitude to their employees for helping their business to prosper.
Mexican coke are the best! They use real sugar cane
Yeah but still garbage water is life please drink water!!!!!
Deisy Sanchez yes its not the best choice! But. I rather drink Mexico 🇲🇽 coke then the ones in the state lol 😂 and yea water is life but 1 every once in awhile wont kill you!
Jarritos is nectar of the gods. There aren't many great places to get tacos in D.C. But when I find Jarritos, it reminds me of growing up in California with my Mexican American family.
Guys they obviously have clean hands while working
People need to see how eg. their coffee is harvested, processed, and packaged. If you think dirty hands are an issue, you really don't understand how food (or germs) work...
@@Hahahahaaahaahaa - It is just not hygienic. In for instance NL, such a company would be either (hugely) fined or downright closed at the first inspection, by the food-safety authorities...
Also: No covering of the mouth; there's hair coming through the head-covers; no hygienic clothing (just their own regular clothes?)... Brrr...
Maybe it is a cultural thing?
haploide allel it is. And the good thing is you don’t have to eat their tortilla
Watching this leaves me with a nostalgic vibe. Like a wish I was there making a living, running a business, instead of being a nobody here. But it's a million times easier said than done.
Damn, no gloves...that's why they taste so damn good!
So thats who cooks my tortillas my hero without you i would have died a long time ago 👏
Lmao I like how he emphasizes "if it's not in the states, and LEGAL I'll get it"... we're Mexican and the feds could be watching
I love this brand of tortilla. I grew up eating it 😊
This dude had to throw in the “that’s legal”
I thought the same thing as soon as he said it...but then I started thinking about it and you know damn well some dumbfuck would have commented some dumb shit like..."I bet they import more than just fruit's and vegetables"
Excellent documentary, thanks!