18 Mexican/Latin Chefs, Restaurants are James Beard Award Finalists

In January we reported that 73 Mexican/Latin restaurants and chefs were semi-finalists for the 2025 James Beard Awards, and now 18 of those have made the big next step to be officially named nominees (finalists). El Restaurante congratulates the following nominees from Mexican/Latin-inspired restaurants: Read More

He Missed Peru's "Chifa" Cuisine, So He Opened His Own Restaurant

Has it ever happened to you that when you travel you miss the exact flavors of your country? You try a dish and it tastes similar, but it's just not the same. Read More

Querétaro is First Mexican State to Earn IGP for its Wines

The state of Querétaro has been awarded Indicación Geográfica Protegida (IGP) (Protected Geographical Indication) status for its wines, an important recognition of their authenticity and quality. Read More

Tacoria Expanding in NJ

Tacoria Mexican Street Kitchen, a New Jersey-based fast casual Mexican chain launched in 2016, is expanding. The company is opening a location in Camden County this summer, its second in that county. It will be the 11th location overall for the chain. Read More

Webinar: What You Need to Know About Immigrant Workers in 2025

Making sure you have enough employees is always essential. But in these times of rising deportation fears, making sure you are hiring immigrants legally and protecting their rights is more important than ever. Read More

Cilantro in a Margarita? Makes Sense

Cilantro is a familiar flavor to fans of Mexican cuisine – it enhances tacos, salsa and countless other dishes. But it is not often found in cocktails. A company founded in Denmark, of all places, hopes to change that. Read More

Registration Open for Latino Restaurant Week

Dine Latino Restaurant Week is a great opportunity for Latin restaurants in Southern California to reach new customers. Read More

Cilantro Taco Grill Expanding in 4 States

Chicago-based Cilantro Taco Grill is expanding outside the Chicago area in April.  Read More

At the Bar: The Return of Rum

Margaritas are probably the most popular cocktails being made behind your bar. But there’s a trend mixologists and other bar pros see heating up the craft cocktail scene. Read More

Free Registration for el Restaurante Readers at Texas Restaurant Show

Good news, registration is open for the 2025 Texas Restaurant Show, and readers of el Restaurante can register at no cost. The event is July 20-21 in Houston. Read More

Put Your Salsa Recipe to the Test for a Chance at $750 and a Sammic Immersion Blender

Are you proud of the salsa you make in your restaurant? Then put your salsa recipe to the test and enter the el Restaurante Sassiest Salsa Contest sponsored by Sammic! Read More

The March/April Edition of el Restaurante is Now Available!

Good news! The March/April edition of el Restaurante has been published. This issue is packed with articles, including guidance on making memorable Margaritas; ideas for amazing empanadas, such as the Quesa-Birria Empanada from Chica in Las Vegas; and

great ways to incorporate rum into a Mexican/Latin bar menu. Read More