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Good Eats S14E7 — American Classics VIII: Tacos
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Good Eats•Season 14•Episode 7

American Classics VIII: Tacos

8.7/10 · 15 votesJul 8, 201021 min

Ranked #3 of 22 in Season 14•+0.2 vs season avg

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They may have been born in Mexico but today the taco is a concept as "American" as apple pie. Host Alton Brown seeks to refurbish 2 particularly tarnished variations on the theme.

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Episode Summary

"American Classics VIII: Tacos" is episode 7 of Good Eats season 14. It scored 8.7/10 from 15 votes, ranking #3 of 22 episodes this season (season average 8.5). It aired on July 8, 2010.

Next: E8 · Fry Hard III: Fry, Tempura, Fry!Best of Season 14