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Goya Donating 1 Million Pounds of Food
In celebration of its 90th anniversary, Goya Foods will host Goya Gives Day on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 — the 90th day of the year — with a nationwide day of service and philanthropy. Through its Goya Gives initiative, the company will donate 1 millio
Mar 27, 2026
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Mi Tocaya & Curate Chefs Advance to Round 5 of America’s Culinary Cup
Two chefs representing Mexican/Latin restaurants held on to advance to Week 5 of America’s Culinary Cup, the new cooking competition series hosted by former “Top Chef” host Padma Lakshmi.
Mar 26, 2026
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Malva and Valle: Two Chapters in Roberto Alcocer’s Narrative
Some chefs simply follow recipes; others create a language. For Chef Roberto Alcocer, cooking is not merely a craft: it is a way to tell his personal story and, at the same time, to rethink how Mexican cuisine is understood both within and outside th
Mar 26, 2026
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Amid Gardens, Beer, and Rock Music: Beer Fest 2026
Looking for a business-related excuse to visit Mexico this spring? If you feature Mexican beer in your restaurant, a visit to Beer Fest 2026, to be held on May 1 and 2 at Jardines de México in Morelos, may be worth the trip. It promises to be an expe
Mar 26, 2026
Northgate Market Launches World Cup Campaign
Northgate González Market, which has 46 stores in Southern California, has launched “Familia Fútbol,” a campaign leading up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup that celebrates the culture, cuisine, and passion for soccer. The launch event, held on Wednesday,
Mar 25, 2026
Two Mexican/Latin-inspired Chefs Advance in America’s Culinary Cup
There are two left! Of the 16 chefs who were featured on the March 4 premier of America’s Culinary Cup -- a cooking competition series hosted by former “Top Chef” host Padma Lakshmi -- three were representing Mexican/Latin restaurants. Those 16 origi
Mar 24, 2026
Birria Babe: Storm Survivor Gives To, and Gets From, Nashville Community
In Nashville, the aroma of slow-cooked birria often signals something more than just a good meal. It signals the presence of Birria Babe—a food truck built from passion, persistence, and the deeply personal vision of its founder, Nadine Moore.
Mar 23, 2026
Brunch Innovation, Pricing Cocktails in Mar/Apr Edition of el Restaurante
The Mar/Apr 2026 issue of el Restaurante magazine is here! Enjoy articles about how to price your cocktails, succeed with brunch, and grow your own herbs. Plus read how the bartenders at Don Artemio Restaurant in Ft. Worth dress up their cocktails an
Mar 21, 2026
Del Taco Trying to Reset with "Project Sunrise"
Del Taco, an iconic brand that changed hands last October and has experienced some store closings due to franchisee problems, is attempting a turn-around with a new framework called Project Sunrise. Among the changes is a return to its open-end burri
Mar 18, 2026
María Empanada: Today the Owner Knows How to “Fly the Plane”
For Argentine Lorena Cantarovici, the empanada was never just food. It was memory, survival, and, eventually, a way to rebuild a life. Cantarovici is living proof of women’s tenacity: her intuition, her wisdom, her ability to pause and make better de
Mar 17, 2026
Webinar: Take Advantage of the World Cup
The biggest soccer tournament in the world is coming to the United States this summer, and el Restaurante magazine, the Latino Restaurant Association, and the California Milk Advisory Board want to help your restaurant make the most of the tournament
Mar 12, 2026
Free Registration for Texas Restaurant Show
Readers of el Restaurante magazine can get free registration to The Texas Restaurant Show, which will take place July 12–13, 2026 at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio. The event will feature expanded exhibit space, robust educati
Mar 9, 2026
Chefs’ Mexican/Latin Dishes Impress Judges in America’s Culinary Cup Premier
Three chefs representing Mexican- and Latin-inspired restaurants sailed through the first round of competition during the premier of America’s Culinary Cup on Wednesday, March 4, on CBS. The new series, hosted by former “Top Chef” host Padma Lakshmi,
Mar 9, 2026
Calling all chefs! 8th Annual Real California Pizza Contest Open for Entries!
Do you have a recipe for a pizza that’s featured on your menu, or maybe a recipe for a pizza you think would wow your guests? If so, the California Milk Advisory Board wants to see it — because it could be an award-winner in the CMAB’s 8th Annual Rea
Mar 5, 2026
Classic San Diego Taco Joint Redesigned
Sometimes restaurants become community icons. A good example is La Posta de Acapulco in San Diego, which was located in an architecturally interesting kiosk until suddenly closing last summer. Over time, the structure became worn and outdated, losing
Mar 3, 2026
Fermente Fest 2026 Highlights Natural Mexican Wine, Fermented Spirits
On March 28, 2026, the iconic Foro El Obraje will once again beat to the rhythm of wild yeasts. In the heart of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, the fourth edition of Fermente Fest will put the spotlight on natural wines and fermented spirits made with
Mar 3, 2026
Mi Tocaya’s Diana Davila to Compete on Inaugural 'America’s Culinary Cup'
A new cooking competition series premiering Wednesday, March 4 on CBS will feature Chicago’s Diana Davila, chef/owner of acclaimed Mi Tocaya Antojeria, who will be competing with 15 other elite chefs for $1 million — the biggest cash prize ever award
Feb 26, 2026
New Opening Round-Up: Funky Frida’s, Camello Among New MexLat Restaurants in Arizona
Arizona diners craving Mexican- and Latin-inspired food now have even more destinations that will satisy their culinary cravings with the recent openings of restaurants that offer options ranging from casual to elevated cuisine.
Feb 25, 2026
L.A.’s Casa Vega Celebrates 70 Years with “The Ray Vega Patio”
Casa Vega, a historic Mexican restaurant in Los Angeles opened in 1956, will soon unveil The Ray Vega Patio — a new, 3,000-square-foot expansion honoring founder Rafael “Ray” Vega, Jr., and commemorating 90 years of Vega family restaurateurs in Los
Feb 20, 2026
What Are the Best Wines, Beers and Spirits from Mexico? Check Them Out!
Are you wondering what great liquor is coming out of Mexico these days? You can learn about the best Mexican wine, beer and spirits by paying attention to the Mexico Selection by CMB, a competition that awards silver, gold and “Grand Gold” medals to
Feb 19, 2026
Rreal Tacos Expanding to Florida
Rreal Tacos, a multi-unit taqueria based in Atlanta, Georgia, is expanding to Florida. The company has acquired the former Haiku American-Asian Fusion restaurant in downtown Tampa, marking Rreal Tacos’ first Florida location and the beginning of a mu
Feb 16, 2026
Help Us Launch the el Restaurante Price Tracker
At el Restaurante magazine, we are developing a new quarterly report that will help Mexican/Latin restaurant owners track prices of the products they need, such as produce, meat and tortillas. Some of the data will come from the USDA and other data s
Feb 12, 2026
Who Has the Best Mexican Wine List? El Mural de los Poblanos in Puebla, Mexico
El Mural de los Poblanos, an iconic restaurant in the capital of Puebla, Mexico, was honored for its outstanding selection of national wines in the Best Mexican Wine List program by the Guía México Gastronómico 2026. The award is sponsored by the Con
Feb 12, 2026
