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In search of good California reds. In Mexico.
I drink a lot of wine, an awful lot of wine, about three large glasses almost every day (and note that, after all those medical appointments, I don’t reveal exactly how large those glasses are). So I need some self-control on how much I spend. I need some rules and...
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Nicasio. Common things, done uncommonly well.
Entrepreneur. I think I wanted to be one from the very time I learned what the word meant. I remember the day I walked into The Ad Club. Someone came over to the bar and said, “Hear you left McLaren. Who picked you up?” “No one,” I said. “I went out on my own. Opened...
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Where there’s smoke, there’s Keith.
The plan was to hit Hacienda de Maria for enchiladas but it was Thursday and the word was out that Maria's is best savored on Saturday or Sunday when she’s showing off her buffet. So a change of plan. I suggested we head a little further down the road towards Dolores...
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Taco ‘bout a nice new addition to the San Miguel food scene.
A new taqueria opened in San Miguel de Allende a few weeks ago. Not exactly the biggest news on the local culinary scene you might say. But go ahead, name another San Miguel taqueria. Not too many are there? I can only think of five. Tacos Don Tequila, Baja Fish...
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Can a prime rib from Mexican grass fed cattle compare with an imported one from grain fed cows?
Last year, I did a taste and tenderness test, comparing tenderloins from grass fed cows with those from grain fed cows (you can read about it at http://dondayinsma.com/2016/12/18/grass-fed-versus-grain-fed-beef-filet-cook-off/). Tenderloins, though, don’t require...
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Why don’t ex-pats drink micheladas?
I think I know why. I think it has to do with that can’t teach old dogs new tricks adage. And that’s a barking shame. Because micheladas are one of Mexico’s significant contributions to the world of alcoholic beverages. Almost everyone is guilty or almost guilty of...
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Eating creamy, crunchy Canadian ice cream. In the middle of Mexico.
“There is no one more Canadian than a Canadian who no longer lives in Canada.” Mike Myers I stole that quote. From a woman called Marie Porter. Marie is the author of a new recipe book called More Than Poutine. Favorite Foods from My Home and Native Land and, as you...
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107 things to eat in San Miguel de Allende before you die. The 2017 edition.
It's that time again. Time for Don Day’s annual “best of” list. My favorite things to eat in and around town. The choices don’t necessarily come from the best restaurants. They’re simply what I think are the best dishes. But you can presume that a restaurant that...
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The whole enchilada about…well…you can guess what.
"More than tacos, tamales or mole, enchiladas are the national dish of Mexico. Enchiladas reflect Mexico’s history, agriculture and traditions. Enchiladas are the ultimate campesino dish, gone mainstream, even gourmet.” Chef Sylvia Casares, aka The Enchilada Queen....
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