Join me on July 29 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm, at the Summerhill LCBO for the “Sabor de California” festival.

I am going to celebrate with a class to showcase the Mexican influences on the regional flavours of California cuisine.

Our foodie-road trip and what we’re making…..

First stop: Gilroy, the garlic capital of the world and the southernmost city in Santa Clara County.

Sopa de colilfor con ajo y crema
Cauliflower-garlic soup with crema la vaquita

Second: Oxnard, a community also in south, which has been honouring its Latino heritage for the last 15 years with an annual festival.

Oxnard salsa picante, queso fresco y tortillas.
Spicy tomato salsa, fresh cheese and corn tortillas

Third: Guadalupe, in Santa Barbara County, with Mexican influences not only in food but in music and art as well.

Ensalada tibia de cordinez con chili y chocolate
Warn quail salad with organic greens and spicy chocolate sauce..

Last stop before returning home the Anderson Valley, is located along highway 128 in Northern California about 2 1/2 hours north of San Francisco. famous for its culinary and viniculture heritage.

Torta con Fresas y dulce the leche
Strawberry shortcakes with dulce de leche

The cherry on top:
Great wines to match each course.

For more info please call LCBO Summerhill, 416 922-0403

Join us.

Yours in good food and celebrating Mexican culture and cuisine
Carlos