Request 8 soft flour tortillas, 1 large serving of Mexican rice (about 2 cups), and 1 order each of salsa, beans, guacamole, chicken or beef strips, plus any tasty-sounding salads on offer that day. Place the ingredients in festive serving dishes and place on a buffet table, along with 1 sliced avocado (rub a little lime juice on the flesh to keep it from turning brown), 1 cup grated Cheddar or crumbled queso fresco (white Mexican cheese available at some supermarkets), 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 3 sliced scallions (or 2 tablespoons minced red onion), and additional lime wedges. Let people assemble their burritos as they like.

Serves: 6 to 8 as a main course.