Carnitas Tacos with Lime and Cilantro on Cooling Rack

Golden-brown carnitas fill three soft corn tortillas arranged on a wire bakery cooling rack. Fresh green cilantro leaves and bright lime wedges rest atop the meat, against the warm, crispy edges of the pork. Condensation beads along the side of a nearby glass container, signaling the cool blue hour air outside against the interior warmth. Dim window light from the Alexandria street mixes with the glow of overhead lamps, casting soft shadows between the metal grid bars. The early autumn evening settles as the food steams gently, its texture rough and inviting against the smooth, reflective metal. one drop of lime juice glistens on the rack's edge.