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Want to Learn Mexican Cuisine from the Masters? ESGAMEX is the Place
Mexican gastronomy is famous today worldwide, but it wasn’t always well known. Some of its fame is due to the efforts of two men, Yuri de Gortari and Edmundo Escamilla, who founded the School of Mexican Gastronomy, History, Art and Culture (Escuela d Read more
Jul 25, 2024
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Moe’s Southwest Grill Expands Into Arizona
Moe’s Southwest Grill is expanding into Arizona with a five-unit franchise agreement that will bring locations to the greater Phoenix area. The new locations are being frachised by the entrepreneurial father-son team Tony and Namit Mangat. The duo ha Read more
Jul 24, 2024
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Want to Make Bizcocho or Pan de Muerto? Learn How at Antojo Expo
Chef Alex Peña, a world-renowned artisan baker with decades of experience rooted in the rich traditions of Mexican and Central American baking, will offer two Cocina Antoja demonstrations during the Antojo Industry Trade Expo. Read more
Jul 23, 2024
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Want to Learn Mexican Cuisine from the Masters? ESGAMEX is the Place
Mexican gastronomy is famous today worldwide, but it wasn’t always well known. Some of its fame is due to the efforts of two men, Yuri de Gortari and Edmundo Escamilla, who founded the School of Mexican Gastronomy, History, Art and Culture (Escuela d Read more
Jul 25, 2024
Moe’s Southwest Grill Expands Into Arizona
Moe’s Southwest Grill is expanding into Arizona with a five-unit franchise agreement that will bring locations to the greater Phoenix area. The new locations are being frachised by the entrepreneurial father-son team Tony and Namit Mangat. The duo ha Read more
Jul 24, 2024
Want to Make Bizcocho or Pan de Muerto? Learn How at Antojo Expo
Chef Alex Peña, a world-renowned artisan baker with decades of experience rooted in the rich traditions of Mexican and Central American baking, will offer two Cocina Antoja demonstrations during the Antojo Industry Trade Expo. Read more
Jul 23, 2024
Four Mex/Lat Restaurants Snag Washington RAMMY Awards
Four Mexican/Latin-inspired restaurants were honored during Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington’s 42nd annual RAMMY awards gala at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center on Sunday, July 21. Those recognized as among the D.C. area’s Read more
Jul 23, 2024
San Antonio’s Mezquite Embraces Pullman Market “Ecosystem”
What does it take to run a restaurant in a 40,000-sq-ft market that features multiple restaurants, a butcher shop, fishmonger area, and bakery? That’s the question el Restaurante Editor Kathleen Furore put to Alicynn Fink, a partner in Emmer & Rye Ho Read more
Jul 22, 2024
The Popular Pomegranate: An Inviting Menu Addition
Late summer brings a bounty of pomegranates to Mexican markets, as eager chefs and home cooks get ready to prepare the national dish, chiles en nogada. Read more
Jul 21, 2024
"Favorite Recipes from Our Archives" Collection Posted
Looking for some great recipes? Check out the el Restaurante "Favorite Recipes from Our Archives" collection, which we just posted. The digital recipe booklet features innovative recipes for salsas, including winners of our Sassiest Salsa Contest; ne Read more
Jul 19, 2024
Asada Fest Unites Top Los Angeles Taqueros
Over 1,500 hungry Los Angelenos gathered in the Arts District of Los Angeles last Saturday, July 13, for the debut of "Asada Fest," presented by Northgate González Market. Attendees savored mesquite-grilled tacos from LA's top taqueros and renowned M Read more
Jul 19, 2024
Los Dos Potrillos Expands to Denver
Los Dos Potrillos, a family-owned Mexican restaurant with six locations in suburban Denver, is adding a new location in the city itself. Read more
Jul 19, 2024
A Woman in the Agave World: A Q&A with Xóchitl Liviere Reynoso Zamora
Since its origin, mezcal has been intimately related to women. Legend has it that the maguey came from the Mexican goddess Mayahuel, a mythical plant that brings happiness to humans through tequila, mezcal and pulque. In this interview, Xóchitl Livie Read more
Jul 18, 2024
Chuy’s Sold to Olive Garden Parent
Darden Restaurants, Inc., which owns Olive Garden, Ruth’s Chris Steak House and other national restaurant brands, has decided to add Chuy’s to their stable. The companies announced on July 17 that they have an agreement for Darden to acquire Chuy’s i Read more
Jul 18, 2024
Cilantro Taco Grill to Open 100+ Units Across US
Chicago-based Cilantro Taco Grill — the Mexican fast-casual concept recently named one of America’s Hottest Startup Fast Casual Brands in 2024 by QSR, and ranked #32 on Fast Casual’s Top 100 Movers & Shakers — is set to open more than 100 units throu Read more
Jul 17, 2024
Gallery: Mexican/Latin Highlights of Texas Restaurant Show
The Texas Restaurant Show, which ended on Monday, July 15, included a number exhibitors showing products of interest to Mexican/Latin restaurants. Here is a gallery of the highlights. Read more
Jul 15, 2024
Crisis Expert Says Chipotle CEO Took Correct Approach on Social Media Attacks
David Margulies, a crisis communications expert, praised Chipotle CEO Brian Niccol for his response to allegations on social media about the company serving smaller than usual portions. Read more
Jul 15, 2024
JulyAugust Issue of el Restaurante Now Available!
The latest issue of el Restaurante magazine is now available! The issue is packed with articles about how the power of pop-ups, different takes on ceviche, how to inventory tequila and mezcal in your bar, trendy tortillas, and much more. Read more
Jul 12, 2024
Texas Restaurant Show Starts Tomorrow!
The Texas Restaurant Show starts tomorrow, July 13! The three-day event will feature over 500 exhibitors and numerous education sessions. The event, hosted by the Texas Restaurant Association, will be held in the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center i Read more
Jul 12, 2024
New Opening Roundup: San Francisco, Boulder, San Diego
Read about Dos Pescados in San Francisco, Cozobi Fonda Fina in Boulder, and Todo Pa' la Crud in San Diego. Read more
Jul 12, 2024
Mexican Restaurants Shine in Datassential 500 Report
The 2024 Datassential 500 Report, which examines the 500 largest multi-unit restaurants in the United States, revealed that those restaurants had sales of $417 billion in 2023 (an increase of 7.5 percent over 2022), and a total of 238,152 units (up a Read more
Jul 12, 2024
Jenny Martinez to Keynote Antojo Expo, Latino Food Summit Returns
The second annual Antojo Industry Expo is fast approaching, and key details are falling into place. A keynote speaker has been named, the Latino Food & Beverage Summit has confirmed, and more than 150 exhibitors have signed up. Read more
Jul 12, 2024
New Products: Two Cocktail-Inspired Desserts from Contigo
Contigo® Cocktail-inspired Desserts from Performance Foodservice offer a delightful fusion of dessert and cocktail, bringing a unique twist to traditional flavors. Read more
Jul 11, 2024