Regarding street food, many dishes are famous for their availability and taste. Burritos and tacos are among the many street foods in high demand. One of the most famous joints Quesada comes to our head when we hear about burritos or tacos.
Quesada was started in Canada and is now found across various parts of the US. They have started an initiative to plan over 3000 trees for every order from the kindness menu by September 30, 2022.
What are Burritos and Tacos?
Both burritos and tacos are Mexican dishes but have quite a few differences. Taco is a light snack, whereas a burrito is a heavy snack.
Flour or corn tortilla is one of the prime ingredients in burritos and tacos. Corn tortillas are used in tacos due to their light and crunchy style. The flour tortilla is used in burritos due to its heavy and thick nature.
Filling for both items can be the same or vary depending on customer preference. Mostly they are different as tacos are more of a singular item, whereas burritos are made with meat and different veggies. But the quantity of burritos is way more than tacos and thus making it a heavier meal.
The demand for Burritos and Tacos
The demand for Tacos has always been way more than that for burritos worldwide. As per Google trend search data, the Netherlands tops the charts, followed by Columbia, Germany, Brazil, Spain, Norway, the United Kingdom, and so on.
As per a study by Technavio, the global market size for a burrito is expected to cross 1.44 billion by 2020-2025, with a forecasted growth of 3.54% CAGR.
Is Quesada Store Food Halal?
As per the official website of Quesada Canada, they serve items with pork. But few stores claim to have certified halal meat at their outlets. So the best way is to enquire at the counter before placing the order.
For example, Quesada Burritos & Tacos (105 Bayly St W, Ajax, ON, Canada) store posted on their Facebook page on November 26, 2017, that they now have halal-certified flame-grilled chicken along with vegan and gluten-free options.
So the best practice would be to consult thoroughly before dining or getting a takeaway.
For example, Qiji, a famous fast food outlet in Singapore, has gotten halal certification, but Quesada has not done it yet.
Does Quesada offer Catering?
Yes, Quesada offers catering services for parties with a minimum of 15 members and no upper limit. They claim to make it at 12$ per member (this may slightly vary as per food choice).
As per Quesada’s official website, the basic package includes:
- 3 tortillas per person (mix of soft flour and crispy corn)
- Your choice of meats or veggies
- Rice and beans
- Made fresh daily guacamole & salsas: Chipotle, Verde & Roja
- Taco toppings: red onion, corn, tomatoes, lettuce, cheese, cilantro, jalapeno, pickled onions, sour cream, Mexican street slaw
- Plates, cutlery, and napkins (so you don’t have to do the dishes)
They even mention the calorie count for each of their items. Besides, you can even customize the meal as per your preference.
Final Words
With the growing popularity of Burritos and Tacos, Quesada has become one of the iconic brands for these food items.
No official statement about whether their food is prepared under Islamic Law exists. Still, the best practice is to consult an individual outlet manager whom you are planning to eat out from about whether the food is Halal or not before consuming it.
