Why Come Here? NYC’s best queso dip, riffs on Tex Mex specialties While New York’s Mexican scene has been on the rise in recent years with strong additions in the authentic and Cal-Mex categories, “Mexican” cuisine’s third jewel in the crown has languished behind. I am speaking of course of Tex-Mex. […]
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Cosme
Why Come Here? Excellent New American style takes on Mexican cuisine Right amount for 2? 4 dishes As a big fan of the food of Mexico, let’s just say I excited to hear Enrique Olvera of Mexico City’s Pujol (the 20th ranked restaurant in the world) was opening a restaurant […]
Tacos Morelos
Why Come Here? Cheap, delicious and authentic tacos Regular readers of this blog are probably aware that I view tacos as one of the most important food groups. With meat, veggies and cheese on a glorious corn of flour base they provide everything you need in a handheld format. Unfortunately […]
Empellon Al Pastor
Why Come Here? Fantastic quick & cheap tacos, amazing al Pastor Right Amount for 2? 6-8 tacos If you’re a regular reader of this blog, you’re probably aware of my love for Alex Stupak and his first two Mexican efforts, Empellon Taqueria and Empellon Cocina. Both serve up some of my […]
Los Tacos No. 1
Why Come Here? Some of Manhattans best tacos, cheap eats Right Amount for 2? Six Tacos Los Tacos No. 1 is a small taco counter hidden not just inside Chelsea Market, but in a side room behind a spice shop and across from a Korean food stand. Somehow I feel […]