CultureJuly 14, 2026
sope
/ˈsoʊpeɪ/
Definition
A traditional Mexican dish consisting of a small, thick, fried masa base topped with ingredients like beans, meat, cheese, and salsa.
Etymology
The word comes from the Mexican Spanish 'sope,' derived from the Nahuatl word 'sopatl,' which generally refers to something soft or refers to the corn dough itself.
In the news
The article uses the sope as a familiar point of reference to help readers understand the texture and style of the Guatemalan dish known as a garnacha.
The largest Guatemalan festival outside of Guatemala is headed to L.A. this August, taking over seven blocks with traditional food & culture – and it's free to enter
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