Tag: South Texas Flavor
San Benito’s Lali’s Café is a classic choice
SAN BENITO — The specials on the wall catch my eye so quickly I don’t even ask for a menu.
Take the short trip for Baffin Bay Seafood
RIVIERA — It finally happened.
A diverse experience at Café Nashta in Mercedes
MERCEDES — The plate with the shrimp and the rice and a passionate mix of cardamom and coriander and masala entices me into a sweet dream of memories.
Unique fusion of flavors at McAllen’s Mikhuna
McALLEN — Mikhuna, a Japanese-Peruvian restaurant in McAllen brings a one-of-a-kind taste to the Valley with a mix of traditional South American dishes and Nikkei, a fusion of Peruvian ingredients shaped by Japanese techniques.
A livestock show culinary treasure: Funnel cakes
MERCEDES — There’s just something about them.
Listen when they suggest McAllen’s Wa Gabose
McALLEN — I am usually not open to suggestions when it comes to these food reviews (just ask my editors), unless my girlfriend suggests that I take suggestions, in which case I will.
Grand flavor, personality at Brownsville’s El Mesquite
BROWNSVILLE — I know the meal will serve my appetite very well because I can’t find any place to park until I drive to the back.
Hidalgo’s Rock & Roll Sushi a hidden gem of an experience, perfect for Lent
Rock & Roll Sushi in Hidalgo is a small restaurant that offers good sushi at great prices. It’s an exciting spot for those observing Lent, or wanting to try something new in the Rio Grande Valley with a beautiful area surrounding it.
Like the southern coast: Muelle 37’s Mexican seafood
HARLINGEN — Fish swim along the walls and the music fills my ears as the waiter shows me to a table.
Just a sweet experience at Azúcar Y Sal in McAllen
McALLEN — I don’t think that you can put a price on friendly service, and the folks at Azúcar Y Sal seem to have a monopoly when it comes to treating customers like family.