What Is Halal Food?(And Why Holy Taco Is Proudly 100% Halal Certified)
October is all about comfort food as the weather cools down in Metro Vancouver, and there is nothing quite like dipping a warm, cheesy Quesabirria taco into a rich, steaming consommé.
At Holy Taco & Mexi Eats, we believe that everyone deserves to experience the bold, traditional flavours of Mexican street food without compromise. That is why we are proud to share that our entire kitchen is 100% Halal certified, bringing authentic, inclusive Mexican dining to our community in New Westminster and across our Lower Mainland food truck locations.
If you have ever wondered what Halal food actually means—or why it matters when crafted into traditional Mexican dishes—here is everything you need to know.
What Is Halal Food?
The word "Halal" is an Arabic term that translates to "permissible" or "lawful." In the context of food, it refers to dietary guidelines prepared according to Islamic law.
For meat to be certified Halal, it must meet strict standards of ethical sourcing, cleanliness, and respectful preparation:
Ethical Sourcing & Animal Welfare: Animals must be healthy, well-cared for, and treated humanely throughout their lives.
Sanitary & Pure Processing: High standards of hygiene are required at every single step of the process.
No Forbidden Additives: Halal food excludes ingredients like pork, alcohol, or non-Halal animal fats.
When you eat Halal-certified food, you are not just enjoying a meal that aligns with specific religious standards—you are choosing meat that is responsibly sourced, exceptionally clean, and prepared with care.
Authentic Mexican Flavours, 100% Halal Certified
Combining traditional Mexican street food with strict Halal standards isn't always easy to find—but at Holy Taco, we made it our mission from day one.
We specialize in slow-cooked, authentic Birria, a iconic recipe from Jalisco, Mexico. To ensure every bite honors both traditional roots and strict Halal practices:
100% Halal Certified Meats: From our tender slow-cooked beef birria to our seasoned grilled chicken, all meats served in our restaurant and food truck come from certified Halal suppliers.
Zero Alcohol & No Pork: Traditional Mexican recipes can sometimes rely on lard or cooking wines. We never use pork or alcohol in any of our marinades, consommé, or sides.
Fresh, Unprocessed Ingredients: All of our dishes are served on 100% naturally gluten-free corn tortillas, made without artificial preservatives or additives.
Comfort Food for Everyone This October
Whether you are seeking Halal options in Metro Vancouver, looking for gluten-free Mexican street food, or simply craving the best Quesabirrias in town, Holy Taco welcomes you.
Visit our New Westminster restaurant (6 - 30 Capilano Way) or catch our food truck on its weekly rounds across the Lower Mainland to warm up with honest, flavourful, 100% Halal Mexican cuisine this October!
