News About Mexican/Latin Restaurants from el Restaurante Magazine

March 27, 2026


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Malve 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 the country. Read More

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New Dietary Guidelines Boost Mexican Food...Or Do They?


The USDA introduced a greatly revised set of dietary guidelines for Americans earlier this year, with a much stronger focus on animal proteins and certain fats. Read More

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Mi Tocaya and Curaté Chefs Advance to Round 5 in America's Culinary Cup


Two chefs representing Mexican/Latin restaurants held on to advance to Week 5 of America’s Culinary Cup. Read More

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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. Read More

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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 decisions, and the inspiration to honor her culture, her mother, and her grandmother have led her to build a business that, as she describes it, is “a person with a life of its own” that keeps growing and growing. Read More

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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. Read More

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Webinar: Is Your Restaurant Ready for the World Cup this Summer?


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. Read More

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Brunch Innovation, Pricing Cocktails featured in March/April Edition of el Restaurante


The Mar/Apr 2026 issue of el Restaurante magazine is here! Enjoy articles about how to price your cocktailssucceed with brunch, and grow your own herbs. Plus read how the bartenders at Don Artemio Restaurant in Ft. Worth dress up their cocktails and what Richard Sandoval thinks young chefs will face in the futureRead More

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Amid Gardens, Beer, and Rock Music


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. Read More

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International Sommelier Day Means More This Year


International Sommelier Day 2026, June 3, will mark a turning point for Mexico’s food and wine community. For the Asociación de Sommeliers Mexicanos A.C. (ASM), this year’s celebration not only honors the profession but will also serve as the venue for the National Sommelier Competition Read More

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What's Hot for Brunch and Beyond? Hot Cakes!


Diners can’t get enough of nostalgic dishes made new again, especially when they can customize their order to match their exact tastes and cravings. Read More

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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. Read More

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