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Authentic Mexican food brand Gran Luchito has unveiled Taco Recipe Kits, a new addition aimed at enhancing at-home culinary experiences for UK consumers.

The kits, which offer four distinct flavour profiles – Al Pastor, Barbacoa, Birria and Carnitas – are now available from Ocado, with a wider rollout to Waitrose beginning October 20 2025.

Priced at £3.95, these kits are designed to deliver bold, authentic Mexican flavours with minimal preparation effort.

The introduction of Taco Recipe Kits aims to offer convenient, globally-inspired meal solutions that cater to the increasing consumer preference for authentic culinary experiences at home.

With the rise of busy lifestyles, consumers are seeking products that combine ease of use with high-

quality ingredients and genuine flavours. Gran Luchito’s kits allow home cooks to prepare a Mexican feast in just 15 minutes, effectively merging convenience with authenticity.

Each kit features a straightforward three-step process: a specially crafted spice blend, a rich base sauce and a vibrant finishing sauce, all made from real ingredients sourced directly from Mexico.

This approach not only simplifies meal preparation but also ensures that consumers can enjoy the depth of flavour typically found in traditional Mexican taquerias.

Paul Vita, managing director at Gran Luchito, said: “We saw an opportunity to offer something genuinely different in the meal kit space. The result is our new Taco Recipe Kits: a product that delivers real flavour, simplicity and draws inspiration from the taste and experience of Mexican taquerias.”

The Taco Recipe Kits join Gran Luchito’s existing line-up of products, which includes Soft Taco Wraps, Salsas, Sauces, Seasonings and Tortilla Chips.