Ta-kill-ya (tequila)
"Ta-kill-ya" is one of several nicknames for "tequila." The nickname is said when the tequila is strong. Google BooksMister White Eyesa novel by Herbert GoldNew York: Arbor…
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Tablecloth Barbecue (Tablecloth BBQ)
Barbecue is often served in a shack -- and not at a fancy restaurant. The main barbecue feature is a barbecue pit and the smoke that it adds to the food; this style of cooking can't be made in…
Tabloid Headlines (“FORD TO CITY: DROP DEAD”)
The New York Post, the Daily News and New York Newsday are tabloid newspapers that have had memorable headlines. On many days, the headlines are the same for the same story. NEW YORK POST HEADLINE:…
Taco
The taco is the quintessential Mexican sandwich. It's a major part of Tex-Mex cuisine and is first cited in English (1901) in a book about Mexico City. Wikipedia: TacoA taco is a traditional…
Taco Breath (Burrito Breath; Enchilada Breath; Jalapeño Breath)
"Taco breath" (less frequently given as "burrito breath" or "enchilada breath" or "jalapeño breath") is what happens when one eats tacos (or burritos or…
Taco Guts
"Taco guts" is another term for "taco filling" -- the stuff placed inside the taco shell. "Taco guts" has been cited in print since at least 2003, but has been used…
Taco Hell (Taco Bell nickname)
Taco Bell fast food restaurants have been nicknamed "Taco Hell" since at least the 1980s. The nickname comes from the inexpensive ingredients used to make the food (the opposite of food…
Taco Polaco or Polaco Taco (Polish Taco)
"Taco Polaco" or "Polaco Taco" (Polish taco) is cited in print from at least the 1970s. The Polish taco consists of a Polish sausage in a tortilla, often served with refried…
Taco Salad
A taco salad consists of taco ingredients placed in what is often an edible tortilla shell bowl. Wikipedia: Taco SaladThe taco salad is a Mexican inspired dish whereby the classic taco taste is…
Taco Short of a Combination Plate (“not all there”)
"Taco short of a combination plate" is another way of saying that a person is "not all there" or "not playing with a full deck" (called "full deckisms"). The…
Taco Smell (Taco Bell nickname)
Taco Bell fast food restaurants have been nicknamed "Taco Smell" since at least 1990. The nickname, perhaps, comes from the inexpensive ingredients used to make the food, providing the…
Taco Tech
Various universities with large Hispanic populations have been called "Taco Tech." The University of Texas-El Paso and the University of Texas-Pan American (Edinburg, TX) have most often…
Taco Truck (Taco Trailer)
"Taco trucks" (or "taco trailers") have become ubiquitous in Texas cities such as Houston and Austin, and in cities all throughout the United States. The taco trucks are…
Taco Tuesday
"Taco Tuesday" is when an eating establishment serves tacos on Tuesday -- usually at a reduced price. "Taco Tuesday" has been cited in print since at least 1971. Taco…
Tacos Ahogados (drowned tacos or drowning tacos)
Entry in progress -- B.P. Wikipedia: Chico's TacosChico's Tacos is a small restaurant chain located in El Paso, Texas.Founded on July 4, 1953 by boxing promoter Joe Mora, Chico's has…
Tacos de Trompo (Tacos Arabes)
Tacos de Trompo (also called Tacos Arabes) is another name for Tacos al Pastor. "Trompo" is Spanish for "(spinning) top," and meat is placed on a "trompo" similarly to…
Tacotarian or Tacoterian (someone who eats tacos)
A "tacotarian" or "tacoterian" is a person who eats tacos. The food term is similar to many others, such as "vegetarian" and "pescatarian." "Tacoterian…
Tacoterian or Tacotarian (someone who eats tacos)
A "tacotarian" or "tacoterian" is a person who eats tacos. The food term is similar to many others, such as "vegetarian" and "pescatarian." "Tacoterian…
Tacro (taco + croissant)
"Tacro" (taco + croissant) is a portmanteau food word that has been trademarked by Vive La Tarte of San Francisco, California. Vive La Tarte announced the "tacro" on December 4,…
Tailgate Party or Tailgate Picnic (Tailgating)
A "tailgate party" or "tailgating picnic" ("tailgating") is a pre-game ritual that some fans engage in at stadium parking lots, using the tailgate of trucks or station…