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• Texas Talks - Holiday Food Traditions with Pilar Zazueta

  • When
    Tuesday, December 17, 2024
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    7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Online Presentation

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  Holiday Food Traditions
  with Pilar Zazueta

  Join us for a flavorful edition of Texas Talks with historian Pilar Zazueta as she explores the shared holiday food traditions of Mexico, Latin America, and the American Southwest. From the origins and cultural significance of tamales to regional variations and festive preparations, Pilar will dive into how these culinary staples connect communities across borders. With her expertise in food history and nutrition policy in 20th-century Mexico, Pilar brings fascinating insights to the table—don’t miss this engaging discussion!
  
  

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  Bio:

  Pilar Zazueta is a historian and Associate Professor of Instruction at the University of Texas at Austin. She is currently the associate director of Undergraduate Studies at the Teresa Lozano Long Institute for Latin American Studies. Her research focuses on the history of the processed food industry and nutrition policies in 20th-century Mexico. Pilar holds a B.A. in International Relations from the Colegio de México and a Ph.D. in History from Columbia University in New York. Her most recent article is “Consumer Activism, Ultra-Processed Food Marketing and the Meaning of Healthy Eating in Mexico: A Diachronic Study” in Food Marketing and Selling Healthy Lifestyles with Science: Transhistorical Perspectives, ed. Lauren Alex O'Hagan and Göran Eriksson (Routledge, 2024). In addition to her academic work, Pilar has collaborated with Telemundo, Univision, and publications such as Dallas Morning News as a guest columnist and filmmaker Karen Akins in her documentary “El Susto” about the diabetes epidemic in Mexico

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• Texas Talks - Historical Eli Jackson Cemetery and Ranch

  • When
    Tuesday, January 21, 2025
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    7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Online Presentation

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  Historical Eli Jackson Cemetery and Ranch
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• Texas Talks - El Camino Real De Los Tejas with Steve Gonzales

  • When
    Tuesday, February 18, 2025
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    7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Online Presentation

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  Texas Talks - El Camino Real De Los Tejas with Steve Gonzales

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• TSHA 129th Annual Meeting

  • Start
    Thursday, February 27, 2025
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    8:00 AM
  • End
    Saturday, March 01, 2025
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    6:00 PM
  • Location
    The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria - Houston, Texas

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  Welcome to the TSHA 129th Annual Meeting Registration

  An esteemed tradition since the inception of our association, the TSHA’s Annual Meeting stands as the premier gathering for aficionados of Texas history, welcoming both seasoned professionals and independent scholars alike.

  For more information about the
  TSHA 129th Annual Meeting visit:  https://am.tsha.events/.
  

  Hotel & Booking Information

  If you haven't book your hotel room, take advantage of the TSHA discount room block at the The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria:  Book Your Hotel Room Now

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• President Elect Reception

  • When
    Thursday, February 27, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria - Houston, Texas

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  Join us for the prestigious President Elect Reception! This elegant evening includes a delectable meal and engaging presentations from a distinguished speaker. At $75, this event is a unique chance to network with top professionals and celebrate the future leadership of our organization. Don’t miss out on this memorable evening!

  The President Elect Reception is part of the TSHA 129th Annual Meeting in Houston at the Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria, for more information about the event, click here: https://am.tsha.events/.

  Hotel & Booking Information

  If you haven't book your hotel room, take advantage of the TSHA discount room block at the The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria:  Book Your Hotel Room Now

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• Presidents Gala

  • When
    Friday, February 28, 2025
  •  
    6:30 PM
  • Location
    The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria - Houston, Texas

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  TSHA President's Gala with Skyrocket!

  Experience an unforgettable evening at the Presidents Gala! For $150, enjoy a sophisticated dinner and be entertained by the sensational musical guest “Skyrocket.” This gala is the ultimate celebration of our event, combining fine dining with exceptional live music in a splendid setting. Dress to impress and prepare for a night of elegance and excitement!

  The TSHA President Gala is part of the TSHA 129th Annual Meeting in Houston at the Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria, for more information about the event, click here: https://am.tsha.events/.

  Hotel & Booking Information

  If you haven't book your hotel room, take advantage of the TSHA discount room block at the The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria:  Book Your Hotel Room Now

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• Texas Talks - Texas German Historical Association with Christopher Wickham and Daniel Gelo

  • When
    Tuesday, March 18, 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Online Presentation

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  Texas Talks - Texas German Historical Association with Christopher Wickham and Daniel Gelo

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