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What made it even more special was the fact that each meal was complemented by premium mezcal and tequila tastings. Of course it all started with homemade chips and a salsa trio of salsa de mesa, salsa de tomatillo fresca and salsa de papaya habanero<\/strong>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The menu started with Bocadito<\/strong>, a spicy cucumber mint<\/strong> and citrus<\/strong> bites in a spoon spiked with tequila<\/strong> and tortilla strips<\/strong>. It came with our first drink the El Rey<\/strong> (Pierde Almas La Puritita Verda Mezcal, Herradura Silver, Fresh Agave Lime Sweet) which was very refreshing and everyone enjoyed it.<\/p>\n The next course was a\u00a0Spanish Chorizo Clams<\/strong> with smoked paprika<\/strong>, fennel<\/strong>, and pino ranchero herb sauce<\/strong> with some asiago toast<\/strong>. It’s dish like this that turns a non-seafood lover into a seafood lover. It was simply lovely!<\/p>\n It was paired with a\u00a0Feria de Jalisco blanco<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Throughout the evening, representatives Moises Rivera of Feria De Jalisco Tequila and Nicholas Potocic of Union Mezcal talked about the history and flavor profiles behind each brand as well as stopped by all of the\u00a0tables answering any questions the guests may have had.<\/p>\n We were then served the Achiote Salmon<\/strong> with red cauliflower pur\u00e9e<\/strong>, chipotle peach chutney<\/strong>, and blood orange beurre blanc<\/strong>. It was so moist and tasty. I must say the preparation was quite creative. Don’t think we have ever had salmon prepared this way.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Chateaubriand Steak<\/strong> was a favorite with whipped purple potatoes<\/strong>, chimichurri<\/strong>, parmesan stuffed tomato<\/strong>, ancho chile <\/strong>with a cabernet reduction<\/strong>. Although our filet mignon was done medium well, it was still very tender and flavorful. The drinks kept coming with\u00a0Feria de Jalisco\u00a0Reposado.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n We where so stuffed, but there still was a dessert. Before it was served, we where treated to the\u00a0Feria de Jalisco Anejo<\/strong>. It was more like an after dinner liquor and reminded me of Grande Marnier with it’s citrus like aroma.<\/p>\n Then finally came the Tangerine Short Cake<\/strong> with champaign tequila mouse<\/strong>, hibiscus infused pomegranate <\/strong>and tangerine<\/strong>. A wonderful ending to a great evening of delicious food and drinks.<\/p>\n You probably have had wine pairing menu or even beer pairing menu. Have you ever tried the tequila pairing menu? It really is an experience you don’t want to miss. Keep an eye out for the next monthly tequila tasting. \u00a0and make your way to Laguna Beach and Tortilla Republic. We would love to hear about your favorites!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Tortilla Republic![\"jpg26\"](\"http:\/\/wendyfulworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/18-6986-post\/jpg26.jpg\")
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\nLaguna Beach, CA 92651
\n(949) 393-4888<\/p>\n