Your Guide to Mexican Independence Day: Lo Más Chingón de Las Fiestas Patrias
On September 16, 1810 Father Miguel Hidalgo from Dolores, Mexico along with several conspirators – including Iganacio Allende and Doña Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez- rang the bell of his little church, calling everyone to rise up against the Spanish and cast off the 300 years of mostly devastating colonial rule (deadly epidemics that demolished the indigenous population, strict racial stratification, economic exploitation, etc.) This was the beginning of the Mexican Independence War, which lasted 10 years, and was pretty much a total downer. However! The end result – Mexican Independence – not only paved the way for Mexico’s self-determination, it also paved the way for an annual reventón of epic proportions. So it’s really the gift that keeps on giving. Here at Remezcla we want you to celebrate Mexican Independence in true Mexican style – con una corrida de juerga – so we’ve put together a guide for where to Eat/Drink/Party/Scream/Then Drunkenly Eat Some More in your city. ¡Qué viva México, carajo!
NY| MIA| CHI | LA | SF
Any partying expert will tell you that the best way to prepare for a week long bender is to line your stomach with un plato fuerte. Here is our guide on where to get your antojito-fix:
Park Slope Location
434 7th Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11215
(718) 369-3144
(212) 677-4096
If your appetite is big but your budget is small, Tacombi at Fonda Nolita is your spot. The set up is meant to evoke the experience of eating on a Yúcatan playa, and it gets pretty close, considering that it is actually located in a concrete garage/gallery. Tacos are served from a vintage Volkswagen van with a roof that pops open, and everything on the rotating menu is $4 or under – so you can eat un chingo and still have plenty of dollars to spend on the barz.
179 Ave. B, New York, NY 10009
(212) 529-6490 or 100 7th Ave South at Grove Street, New York, NY 10014 (212) 647-0830372 Graham Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11211
718-782-8171
As one might infer from its name, Chef Ivan Garcia hails from Mexico City borough Coyoacan, and his menu upgrades the yummy street food and market food items from his hometown. We love the tamales, but if you’re feeling more thirsty than hungry you should check out their very thorough list of tequilas and mezcales. Word on the street is that they’ll have mariachis and other festivities to usher in Sept. 16th.
354 Bowery, New York, NY
(212)937-4245
If your goal for Mexipendence is to make out, there are two options: 1. The Naco Approach: find someone a few tequilas deep at one of the parties below and make your move, or 2. The Fresa Approach: take a date to Hecho en Dumbo’s Chef’s Table. The Chef Table, open only to reservations made online for parties no larger than two, is a five-course prix fixe tasting menu with optional pairing served exclusively at the bar overlooking the kitchen, “emphasizing fresh seafood and local game.” We recommend a combination of both approaches in order to maximize chances of success.
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Curated by Andrea Gompf and Daniela Cabrera
On September 16, 1810 Father Miguel Hidalgo from Dolores, Mexico along with several conspirators – including Iganacio Allende and Doña Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez- rang the bell of his little church, calling everyone to rise up against the Spanish and cast off the 300 years of mostly devastating colonial rule (deadly epidemics that demolished the indigenous population, strict racial stratification, economic exploitation, etc.) This was the beginning of the Mexican Independence War, which lasted 10 years, and was pretty much a total downer. However! The end result – Mexican Independence – not only paved the way for Mexico’s self-determination, it also paved the way for an annual reventón of epic proportions. So it’s really the gift that keeps on giving. Here at Remezcla we want you to celebrate Mexican Independence in true Mexican style – con una corrida de juerga – so we’ve put together a guide for where to Eat/Drink/Party/Scream/Then Drunkenly Eat Some More in your city. ¡Qué viva México, carajo!
NY| MIA| CHI | LA | SF
Okay, so only 1.01% of the total Latino population in Miami is Mexican, and 99% of that 1.01% probably consists of the Mexican telenovela stars that have relocated for filming (there are currently five telenovelas being shot there y’all!). We were unfazed by these statistics and still found some ways to celebrate Mexican Independence Day in Miami. Let one of the five Mexicans in the city be your guide, take you out to one of these events, and show you how to drink tequila.
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Curated by Mayling Ganuza
On September 16, 1810 Father Miguel Hidalgo from Dolores, Mexico along with several conspirators – including Iganacio Allende and Doña Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez- rang the bell of his little church, calling everyone to rise up against the Spanish and cast off the 300 years of mostly devastating colonial rule (deadly epidemics that demolished the indigenous population, strict racial stratification, economic exploitation, etc.) This was the beginning of the Mexican Independence War, which lasted 10 years, and was pretty much a total downer. However! The end result – Mexican Independence – not only paved the way for Mexico’s self-determination, it also paved the way for an annual reventón of epic proportions. So it’s really the gift that keeps on giving. Here at Remezcla we want you to celebrate Mexican Independence in true Mexican style – con una corrida de juerga – so we’ve put together a guide for where to Eat/Drink/Party/Scream/Then Drunkenly Eat Some More in your city. ¡Qué viva México, carajo!
NY| MIA| CHI | LA | SF
Charros and Cholas of Chicago, Mexican independence week kicks off our Fall season of anti-colonizing experiences… too dramatic? A bit, but the hype level of the week ahead in honor of the Paisa liberation merits it all. Join El Grito downtown, new literature by Junot Diaz, workshops with accordions and tons of drama on stage at our local museums. Tequila not mandatory but always encouraged. This is a great week to justify eating at all the Comales locations across the city and screaming out loud at the office with the excuse you are simply practicing your Grito for the 15th at midnight.
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Curated by: Adriana Gallardo
On September 16, 1810 Father Miguel Hidalgo from Dolores, Mexico along with several conspirators – including Iganacio Allende and Doña Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez- rang the bell of his little church, calling everyone to rise up against the Spanish and cast off the 300 years of mostly devastating colonial rule (deadly epidemics that demolished the indigenous population, strict racial stratification, economic exploitation, etc.) This was the beginning of the Mexican Independence War, which lasted 10 years, and was pretty much a total downer. However! The end result – Mexican Independence – not only paved the way for Mexico’s self-determination, it also paved the way for an annual reventón of epic proportions. So it’s really the gift that keeps on giving. Here at Remezcla we want you to celebrate Mexican Independence in true Mexican style – con una corrida de juerga – so we’ve put together a guide for where to Eat/Drink/Party/Scream/Then Drunkenly Eat Some More in your city. ¡Qué viva México, carajo!
NY| MIA| CHI | LA | SF
The Mexican Día de la Independencia in Los Angeles is anything but ordinary! With a Mexican population exceeding that of most towns and cities in México, you can be sure you will find lots of celebrations around this very latin town. But where to find Mexican food that doesn’t taste like Californian mexican food?- THAT IS A CHALLENGE! Lucky for you, we have this small but amazing guide to places where you will satisfy your craving for a good mexican drink and antojitos:
3014 West Olympic Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90006
(213) 427-0608
Right in the middle of Koreatown, you will find this gem of a restaurant. It has such a good Oaxacan style menu, that it will be difficult to pick what to eat. We recommend the Botana Oaxaqueña, some Tlayudas, and why not! a plate of crickets to share with your friends, while getting your buzz on with the 2 for 1 margarita special! Or a flight of mezcal tasters. All of their margaritas are made with mezcal, so beware! – they are addictive, especially the Mango Margarita.
8138 W Third St, Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323) 852-1552
With the largest tequila and mezcal bar in the city, this place never disappoints! Imagine having to choose from 300 different types of tequila while listening to great music, surrounded by mexican wrestler decor, the kitschiest velvet paintings, and the best nachos in the area. And to celebrate Mexican Independence day, they are having a $5 margarita and $3 Tecate drink special event. Don’t even think of going to this place and not trying their spicy Jalapeño Margarita and carnitas tacos!
5922 N Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90042
(323) 255-6871
This little bar is somewhat off the beaten path, but if you like good cocktails, it’s a must! Have you ever tried a Mole Manhattan? or how about a Mezcalada (roasted poblano peer, clamato, mezcal, lime and corona beer)? … No? Neither had we! It will blow your mind. They refer to themselves as an “ Old-World Mexican grotto,” we just refer to them as AMAZING! They have a cute patio with great tacos during the evening, and a little bit of a dark/goth Mexican decor. Oh, and they’ll have a $5 drinks special event until 10 pm, so you can get to try all their exotic mezcal blends.
This is the best on the list, especially if you REALLY want 100% authentic mexican food, love mariscos, and don’t want to take a trip south of the border to get your ceviche fix. Throughout the month of September Play Rivera will be hosting the top names of the culinary revolution of Baja California as guest chefs. This series of cultural exchange events will begin on September 16th, hooray for us! And it kickstarts with the famous Sabina Banderas “La Guerrerense”, the most famous woman in Ensenada. She is bringing to LA her delicious 20 salsas, fish paté, and various exotic tostadas: sea urchin, sea snails, pismo clam, and more traditional ones like octopus, abalone shrimp, etc. This event is not to be missed! After you have tried her creations, you will want to move to Ensenada just to be around the corner from her stand. But what about the drinks in this place? We’ll let them speak for themselves… you are in for a delicious treat! But we will recommend the “A Vicious Rumour” cocktail, with Butter-Washed Mezcal, Fresh Lemon, Peach Brandy, Celery Shrub, Cinnamon Bark Tincture.
So, pick whichever of these fine establishments is nearest to you, because you probably shouldn’t drive after trying these places out, and don’t forget to have a shot of tequila or mezcal while letting out a very enthusiastic: “VIVA MEXICO!”
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Curated by Paloma Encinas and Afroxander
On September 16, 1810 Father Miguel Hidalgo from Dolores, Mexico along with several conspirators – including Iganacio Allende and Doña Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez- rang the bell of his little church, calling everyone to rise up against the Spanish and cast off the 300 years of mostly devastating colonial rule (deadly epidemics that demolished the indigenous population, strict racial stratification, economic exploitation, etc.) This was the beginning of the Mexican Independence War, which lasted 10 years, and was pretty much a total downer. However! The end result – Mexican Independence – not only paved the way for Mexico’s self-determination, it also paved the way for an annual reventón of epic proportions. So it’s really the gift that keeps on giving. Here at Remezcla we want you to celebrate Mexican Independence in true Mexican style – con una corrida de juerga – so we’ve put together a guide for where to Eat/Drink/Party/Scream/Then Drunkenly Eat Some More in your city. ¡Qué viva México, carajo!
NY| MIA| CHI | LA | SF
Eating a foil wrapped super burrito with an Indio in the park is a fine way to spend a typical Sunday afternoon, but are you really gonna try to celebrate the independence of the country that gave the world corn, squash, chiles, tomatoes, avocados, chocolate, and even vanilla with a spinach tortilla wrap? No manches guey! Although a decent taqueria can be found on almost any corner in San Francisco, a first-rate Mexican restaurant can be hard to come by – so, here is our guide to top Mexican restaurants in which to celebrate the cuisine of Mexico.
2317 Chestnut Street, San Francisco, CA
(415) 346-8494
Mamacita has consistently been praised as one of the best Mexican restaurants in the Bay Area for their ability to elevate Mexican cuisine with their innovative use of local ingredients in highlighting traditional flavors. Downside? Well, it’s in the Marina. Fine dining at a reasonable price (awarded Michelin’s Bib Gourmand quality and value). Reservations can be hard to come by so call ahead!
438 Geary Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 440-2737
Another Bib Gourmand winner, this restaurant will be celebrating Mexican Independence Day all week with regional specials such as Chiles en Nogada made as authentic as possible with carne molida, seasonal dried fruits all topped with a creamy walnut sauce and pomegranate seeds.
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With the Cine+Mas: SF Latino Film Festival running from the 13th through the 28th, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy the Mexican experience through cinema. Check out our guide to Mexi-movies to watch!
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