Meet B, owner of B's Frito Pollo, one of Playa del Carmen's beloved food trucks. To celebrate her 40th birthday, B gifted herself a fresh start in Mexico. Now she's serving up soul food, community, and a taste of home to expats and locals alike.
In this conversation, we discuss:
[00:01:15] B's life before moving abroad.
[00:02:15] How COVID and turning 40 inspired her move to Mexico
[00:04:00] Why Mexico felt more welcoming than the United States
[00:05:30] The impact of Sandra Bland's story on her decision to leave
[00:10:15] First impressions and adjusting to life in Playa del Carmen
[00:14:00] Practical advice for those considering the move abroad
[00:16:30] B's perspective on the growing Blaxit movement
[00:21:45] The hidden history of Mexico as a sanctuary for Black Americans
[00:31:45] How B's Frito Pollo was born
[00:34:15] Building a business abroad
[00:42:15] Creating community through food
[00:47:30] Future plans
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Connect with B's Frito Pollo:
Instagram: @therealfritopollo
Location: Calle 28th and Avenida 25, Playa del Carmen, Mexico (in the Gourmet Park)
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