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News About Mexican/Latin Restaurants from el Restaurante Magazine
November 7, 2025
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Q&A with Chef Gonzalo Guzmán: Guardian of the Corn
“Corn must have an incomparable flavor,” says Gonzalo Guzmán, chef and co-owner of Nopalito, beloved for its authentic Mexican cuisine and special treatment of corn, the soul of the restaurant. Read More
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Pancho's Southwestern Grille Steps Up for SNAP Recipients
Pancho’s Southwestern Grille is a beloved institution in Green, Ohio, so when owner Maury Sullivan realized that SNAP recipients were not going to get their food benefits due to the federal government shut-down, he snapped into action with a “Taco Tuesday” give-away. Read More
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Photo Gallery: Lots to See at 2025 Antojo Industry Expo
The Antojo Industry Expo, which occurred October 13-14, was packed with attendees enjoying the countless Mexican/Latin products on display, plus seminars, cooking demos and receptions. Read More
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Six Mexican/Latin Restaurants Among Banchet Awards Finalists
The recognition keeps coming for Mexican/Latin restaurants and their team members with the October 16 announcement of finalists for The Banchet Awards, the Chicago-based awards honoring originality and talent across the region. Read More
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10th World Forum of Mexican Gastronomy is Nov. 7-9
With the beautiful colors of its bougainvilleas and the aroma of freshly baked bread, Cuernavaca is preparing to welcome Mexican cuisine to the terraces of the Jardín Borda and the Plaza General Emiliano Zapata Salazar from November 7 to 9, filling the air with aromas, flavors, and shared memories. Read More
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Mezcal-inspired Recipes Win NYC Chiles en Nogada Contest
Damian Escalante, Sous-Chef of Dolores in Brooklyn, and Veronica Vega, home cook and Tehuacán, Puebla native, were named the winners of New York City’s first Chiles en Nogada Cooking Competition, hosted by Brooklyn-based non-profit Mixteca and sponsored by Del Maguey Single Village Mezcal. Read More
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Taco Cabana Owner Buys Del Taco
Two big taco brands will soon be under the same corporate roof: The owner of Taco Cabana, Yadav Enterprises Inc., has struck a deal to buy Del Taco. Del Taco is currently owned by Jack in the Box, Inc., which is much better known for its burger joints. Read More
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Taco John's Steps Up to Help in Light of Gov't Shutdown
Taco John’s stepped up to support communities affected by the government shutdown by offering free meals to anyone in need. From Friday, October 31 through Sunday, November 2, Taco John’s restaurants provided one free Community Support Special meal per guest, which includes a beef or bean burrito and junior Potato Olés. Read More
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Taco Bueno Donates Dessert Profits to Combat Domestic Violence
Taco Bueno continued to help its communities with its “Chimis for Change” campaign in support of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October. From October 20 through 24, 100% of profits from the brand’s Cheesecake Chimis were donated to support survivors of domestic violence in Texas and Oklahoma. Read More
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Ask Pepe: Fast Food, Fast Casual, Full Service — Very Different Beasts
Over the years, I’ve had the chance to run both fast food and fast casual restaurants, and I’ve also advised operators of full-service concepts. What I’ve learned is that while they all fall under the restaurant umbrella, they’re three completely different beasts. Each has its own rhythm, demands, and risks—and the biggest mistake I’ve seen (and sometimes made) is assuming you can apply the same playbook across them. Read More
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2026 Cecina Fair Celebrates the Living Heritage of Morelos
In October, the air in the cobbled streets of Yecapixtla fills with smoke, spices, and memories, the unmistakable aroma of freshly roasted cecina sizzling on the comal. As every year, Morelos becomes a meeting point that offers more than just food; it offers an experience that tastes of history, community, and identity. Read More
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