Welcome to the May/June 2026 edition of el Restaurante!
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Editor's Note
March 19. That was the official start of spring — but Chicago evidently wasn’t paying attention. As chilly to downright cold temperatures linger here in the Windy City, I’m wondering if the weather gods will ever deliver outdoor dining-appropriate we
May 12, 2026
7 Tips to Profit from the World Cup
The 2026 World Cup — the world’s largest soccer tournament — kicks off on Thursday, June 11. From from that day through Sunday, July 19, the tournament will be hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, featuring 48 teams and 104 matches ov
May 12, 2026
Northern Migration: Mexico-Based Restaurants Find Homes in the States
Mexican cuisine has already conquered the United States, so it’s no surprise that restaurants based in Mexico are opening locations here.
May 12, 2026
Five Questions: Sean Huggard, Ash and Agave
A touch of the Mexican Riviera landed in Denver when Ash and Agave opened its doors in Cherry Creek Shopping Center on April 5. This new concept from Shucking Good Hospitality (SGH) stands out for many reasons — not the least of which is its location
May 12, 2026
The Boom of Plant-based Menus
If you’re wondering what role plant-based dishes should play on your menu, consider data from an el Restaurante reader survey in April 2026. Of the restaurants that responded, nearly all of them offer at least some vegetarian dishes. And many of them
May 12, 2026
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Empanadas’ Appeal: Global Flavors Expand Menu Options
From fast casual locations to upscale dining destinations, empanadas are making their mark as chefs transform these hand-held pastries into filling-packed pockets that appeal to a diverse range of today’s diners.
May 12, 2026
Chill Out to Cash In: Frozen Cocktails Buoy Bar Revenue
Aldaco’s Mexican Restaurant in San Antonio is known for hand-crafted, on-the-rocks cocktails, such as its famous MPO Margarita (so named because it won a “Margarita Pour Off” contest) and the Chilton (Tito’s, lemon juice and Topo Chico). But an impor
May 12, 2026
Don’t Flame the Feedback: What Not To Do After a Bad Review
It’s almost inevitable that a negative review of your restaurant will pop up on Yelp or some other platform. Maybe a customer is having a bad day and can’t resist taking it out on you, or a server’s error negatively impacted a guest’s meal. The reaso
May 12, 2026
Marketplace
Read about a tamale machine; beans with chorizo seasoning; tortilla dough, lime-flavored biodegradable straws, elote butter and more
May 12, 2026
Recipes
Enjoy these recipes for Mushroom Tacos, Mexican Street Corn Empanadas, and Sweetpotato and Black Bean Empanadas
May 12, 2026
