News About Mexican/Latin Restaurants from el Restaurante Magazine

July 17, 2026


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Chef Javier Plascencia and All-Star Team to "Reinterpret" Menu at LA's Casa Vega


Michelin-starred chef Javier Plascencia, who is internationally recognized for helping define modern Baja cuisine, will soon share his magic with another restaurant, Casa Vega in Sherman Oaks, California. Read More

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Taco Tasting Room: Michelin-Recommended Spot Explores the Infinite Possibilities


The question posed by Taco Tasting Room, located in the heart of Mexico City’s Historic Center—seems simple, but it holds a profound reflection on contemporary Mexican cuisine: What happens when the taco—the most democratic and emotionally resonant dish in our culinary tradition—is placed in a space designed to appreciate every ingredient, every technique, and every story behind its creation? Read More

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Flavor Meets Culture: Chef Carlos Gaytán Partners with Chicago Art Museum


Great food and great art go well together! Michelin Star Chef Carlos Gaytán of Chicago’s acclaimed Tzuco restaurant has partnered with the Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA) Chicago to create a signature dish and cocktail. Read More

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Leña: A Daughter Fulfills Parents' Dream of Opening a Restaurant


For Yesenia Chávez, founder of Leña in Alameda, California, food was never just sustenance. It was the language through which her family built a community, welcomed newcomers, and preserved their Guanajuato roots. Read More

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Viñedo San Miguel Named Mexico Winery of the Year


At times, Jorge Solís speaks as a CEO. At others, he speaks as a passionate lover of the countryside, a champion of Mexican wine, and, above all, as a man deeply aware that great accolades never belong to just one person. Read More

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Mi Cozumel: Sisters' Vision of Mexican Cuisine as a Sensory Experience


When Liliana Jaime envisioned Mi Cozumel, she wasn’t just thinking about tacos, margaritas, or eye-catching decor. She was envisioning an experience. Read More

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4.5 Million Servings of Chile en Nogada: The Dish that Drives Tourism in Puebla


As part of the opening of the “Chile en Nogada, Tradición Viva” season, held in the Mexican city of Puebla on July 9, state officials, representatives from the restaurant industry, traditional cooks, and producers officially kicked off one of the country’s most anticipated culinary seasons. Read More

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Protein, Heat and Global Flavors: California Hispanic-Style Dairy Helps Chefs Discover All Three


High-protein ingredients. Dishes that pair heat and spice. Rich, diverse global flavors. These aren’t just passing fads; they’re what today’s diners are actively seeking. How can chefs at Mexican and Latin restaurants deliver the kind of dining experience today’s customers demand? Read More

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The New Art of Being a "Good Drinker": Mexico Creates 10 Commandments of Alcohol Consumption


In a country where sharing a drink is often an act of hospitality, celebration, and cultural belonging, talking about responsible drinking remains an uncomfortable conversation. Read More

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The Smoked Taco Opens Eighth Location


The Smoked Taco, a fast casual multi-unit that combines barbecue with tacos, has opened its 8th location in Sandy, Utah. Read More

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Cafe Rio Opens New Location in Town Where it All Started


Sometimes it's just good to be home! Cafe Rio, a Mexican multi-unit with nearly 150 locations, is opening its newest store in St. George, Utah, which is exactly where the brand was launched in 1997. Read More

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Think You Make Good Salsa? Put it to the Test!


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

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