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San Antonio Explained: How racing the Puffy Taco became a local tradition
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· August 9, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The San Antonio Express-News has explored this tradition in a piece titled San Antonio Explained.
A local tradition in San Antonio involves racing the Puffy Taco. The San Antonio Express-News has explored this tradition in a piece titled San Antonio Explained. Further details about the origins and nature of this tradition can be found in the San Antonio Express-News, which provides more information on the topic through its San Antonio Explained series.
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Published: August 9, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Express-News ·
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