Humberto "The Chori-Man" Raygoza, is a 4th generation artisan chorizo maker. After years of learning his craft from his father and uncles back in Zacatecas, Mexico, he launched The Chori-Man in Los Angeles, with the mission of providing the best artisan chorizo in the tradition of his family. Raygoza makes four flavors of chorizo: Zacatecano Red - based on the family recipe with Guajillo Chile, Tolucan Green - a southern Mexican style flavored with Poblano Chile, Argentinian style - flavored with garlic, fennel, and wine, and Raygoza’s own creation, Maple Habanero - a sweet and spicy chorizo. The Chori-Man has been recognized both for his artisan chorizos and his chorizo breakfast burrito - one of LA’s Best
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Some of the best chorizo in Southern California can be found inside a red-and-white storefront about a mile north of the waterfront in San Pedro. Humberto Raygoza learned how to make the spicy sausages from his father and is considered by various media outlets to be the best chorizo maker in all of Los Angeles. — LA Times
