Fans of great tequila and fine dining in Orange County should get in on this. To celebrate Mexican Independence Day and National Hispanic Heritage Month, Costa Mesa’s Descano has put together a Don Julio Tequila pairing dinner on Monday, September 16. This exclusive event promises a memorable experience, combining a four-course meal with exceptional tequila pairings.
Guests will experience an exquisite tequila journey with Don Julio Ambassador Jeff Blakey as Executive Chef Jose Angulo crafts tantalizing bites perfectly harmonized with Don Julio’s diverse expressions.
Sip on a curated selection of high-quality tequilas showcasing the rich heritage and craftsmanship of the iconic Mexican spirit. Featured tequilas will be served neat or within a specialty tasting cocktail and expertly paired with Mexican fare thoughtfully prepared by Executive Chef Angulo to enhance the tasting experience.
Descanso’s Don Julio Tequila Pairing Dinner is $125 per person and is expected to sell out quickly. Early reservations are highly recommended. To reserve your space, please call 714-486-3798 or click here.
TEQUILA PAIRING DINNER MENU
Starter
Surprise Tequila, served neat
1st Course
Passionfruit Aguachile
fresh shrimp cooked in lime juice, passionfruit and guava puree, cilantro, serrano chile, fresno chile, cucumber and red onion
Pairing:
Don Julio Blanco, served neat
Cocktail: House Paloma
Don Julio Blanco, simple syrup or fresno chile syrup, lime and grapefruit
2nd Course
Tamales de Pato con Mole Negro
masa dough tamales, braised duck legs, with mole negro, Mexican crema, red onion and sesame seed
Pairing:
Don Julio Reposado, served neat
Cocktail: Pasion y Plata
Don Julio Reposado, chinola passionfruit liqueur, fresh passionfruit syrup, saffron
3rd Course
Hanger Steak
Hanger steak with demi-glace, baby carrots, asparagus, oyster mushroom, and butternut puree
Pairing:
Don Julio Anejo, served neat
Cocktail: Old Fashioned
Don Julio Anejo, agave infused old fashioned (anisette, chocolate bitter)
4th Course
Churros
lime churro dough brushed with a tequila lime glaze rolled in sugar and chocolate abuelita
Pairing:
Don Julio Alma Miel Joven, served neat
Bonus Gift for Each Guest
50ml bottle of Don Julio Anejo and chocolate
Descanso’s four-course Don Julio Tequila Pairing Dinner is Monday, September 16 at 6pm and is $125 per person. Descanso Restaurant is located at 1555 Adams Avenue in Costa Mesa.
Photography courtesy of: Descanso’s
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