@Tarah@infosec.exchange I remember a Mexican friend sharing that she thought they came from the influx of middle-eastern (Lebanese and Iraqi) in the 20s that also led to tacos Árabes (Arabic tacos), which are generally seen as the predecessor to tacos al pastor. Would make sense that middle-eastern treat would make its way to both Mexico and Russia that way. Also they remind me a bit of maamoul? Also a crumbly dough with nuts and dusted with powder sugar. But also aliens.