I don't know what is the ingredient that is present in almost all "Mexican/Southwest" food is that I find absolutely abhorrent. I cannot get any of it past my teeth without getting sick in my stomach. I’d rather have a PB&J; sandwich than a gourmet Mexican dinner any time!
It's OK once in a while, but overall, it's rather boring. It's mostly just variations of the same basic theme. I love all kinds of ethnic foods, particularly Middle Eastern, Asian, and Indian foods, but Mexican I can take or leave.
and posole.. mmm!