Nachos, quesadillas, and tacos: These are pretty common foods to find on menus at most restaurants. But have you ever wondered how these restaurant favorites came to be so popular across our country? It’s a long story – as long as the United States’ relationship with Mexico. Depending on the dish, you could find history stretching from before Texas was …
Benito’s Restaurant in Fort Worth’s Near Southside neighborhood offers bowls of pure guacamole delight. If you want to try making your own version of this Mexican restaurant staple at home, here are a few interesting recipes to get you started. Alton Brown’s Tried and True Guacamole TV chef Alton Brown is known for exploring the science behind cooking. His recipes …
Here in the Near Southside Neighborhood of Fort Worth, you can find everything you need for a fun day out on the town. It’s a tight-knit, eclectic neighborhood that just keeps growing, and we’re happy to be a part of it here at Benito’s! Going shopping? You will find plenty of stores with quaint stock. Need a bite? The restaurants …
No matter what you are celebrating, a Mexican fiesta is a fun party theme for everyone. From the décor to the food, the details aren’t what is important with this party. Instead, focus on how everything feels by creating a light atmosphere that invites laughter and fun. Here are some ideas for how to create the perfect party with a …
Entering a Mexican restaurant, your sense of smell is hit with exciting, make-your-stomach-growl scents. The delectable smell of tortillas, juicy meats, and spicy peppers is enough to make anyone hungry right away. But those peppers, like olives or onions, are a hotly debated food preference for most people. Whether you love or hate the heat of spicy food, take some …
The holidays celebrated in Mexico are a little different from the ones you’re used to in the U.S. Sure, people there observe religious holidays like Easter and popular holidays like New Year’s Eve. But, they also have their own cultural and national celebrations stemming from Mexico’s unique history and traditions. Here are some interesting Mexican holidays to look forward to …
Flautas are a crowd-pleasing Mexican dish that can be made many different ways. “Flautas” is Spanish for “flutes.” If you’ve ever had this cuisine at a Mexican restaurant, you’ll immediately understand why. Flautas are made from tortillas that are filled and then rolled up and fried. The result: a long, thin, flute-shaped roll that’s extra-crispy and bursting with a savory, …
Celebrate the New Year Auténtico Mexican Style! This New Year’s Eve, instead watching the ball drop in Times Square while fumbling through the few lyrics of “Auld Lang Syne” that you actually know, why not try something new? Break away from routine this year and sneak a few of these New Years Eve traditions in Mexico into your festivities.
Benito’s doesn’t open up till 10 or 11am so if you can’t wait till then to eat some delicious Mexican cuisine don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Here are our top five Mexican breakfast recipes so you can satisfy your cravings for a spicy, hearty start to the day.
Did you know that Mexico has some unique holidays and observances we don’t recognize here in the United States? There are the more well-known ones, such as “Day of The Dead” and “Cinco De Mayo,” but have you ever heard of Postman’s Day? This is a very unique holiday that is distinct to Mexico, with a rich and interesting history. …
