Maria Mazon

HOMETOWN: Born in Tucson, Arizona. Raised in Navojoa, Sonora

CURRENT CITY OF RESIDENCE: Tucson, Arizona

OCCUPATION/PROFESSION: Executive Chef/Owner, BOCA Tacos y Tequila

Chef Maria Mazon is the Executive Chef and Owner of BOCA Tacos y Tequila in Tucson, Arizona. Born in Tucson but raised in Sonora, Mexico, Maria’s cuisine is inspired by both sides of her borderland home. Using the unique flavors and ingredients of the Sonoran Desert, Maria’s experimental take on classic Mexican fare have earned her local and national accolades including The New York Times. She has been pushing the boundaries for years, introducing to people unique flavors and exotic ingredients. In 2020, Maria became a James Beard Award semi-finalist for Best Chef in the Southwest Region. When not at the restaurant, Maria loves cooking for her wife, Lilly, and their 12-year-old son.