Home is more than physical location, it is a manifestation of thoughts, feelings, and memories. It is as special as it is irreplaceable and Richard Blanco's poem "Mexican Almerzo in New England" represents that notion and through meaning, tone, and setting a clear idea is presented and hopefully received by the reader.

Before it is possible to delve deep into the meaning of Mr. Blanco's poem, the title must be examined as it incorporates another language. The title translates to Mexican lunch in New England, the title alone gives off an impression of nostalgia as the characters are enjoying an accustomed spread in an unprecedented place. This idea is supported as the character's mother "...tries to recreate Mexico in her son's New England …show more content…
While the food is good in her eyes it does not compare to home cooking which more than likely prepared the same way as food made for that day. The mother also "...describe tastes with English words she cannot savor..." (Blanco "Mexican Almuerzo in New England " 666) meaning she cannot truly express or articulate the feelings she has towards these dishes. It could be that she knows what she feels about it, but she cannot describe it as it is more than a taste. Also, the guests are referred to as gringos which could imply a disconnect as the family may be the only ones of Hispanic descent. It is difficult for them to share their feelings to those of different backgrounds as they have different interpretations of what home is. Home to this family can be inferred as Mexico whilst the guests are more than likely life-long residents of New England or at least America. Both parties have different views and cultural identities, and this could cause a possible divide between the initial family and said guests. A divide that is furthered by an already present disconnect from the family to their New England