You may not know this, but I am a huge tequila fan. Not the shot, lime, repeat type you may recall from your 20s, but more like a sniff, swirl, and sip aspiring aficionado.
I remember the first time I realized how many others appreciate the delicate nuances of flavor in a quality tequila. I was at Tommy’s Mexican Restaurant in San Francisco, and the owner, Julio Bermejo (aka the Ambassador of Tequila), was pouring a delicious 100% blue agave tequila. Everyone in the room seemed enthralled by the sophisticated, complex side of the spirit. Men and women discussed the subtle floral flavor of a nice blanco and the smoky aromas of an añejo.
It was a life-changing night. Seriously! I woke up the next day imagining how someday, I’d write a book about the tradition and story behind the drink and how it pairs so beautifully with food. Fast forward to now, I’m still singing tequila’s praises! My restaurant, Copita—a restaurant and tequileria in Sausalito, California-- just celebrated its 11th birthday. Plus, we are opening a second Copita later this year! So, in honor of all things tequila, I thought I’d share some of my favorite recipes inspired by that night at Tommy’s, travels through Mexico, and Copita.
Oh, and if you’re in the Bay Area this month, please join me on summer’s eve, June 20, for a very special Agave Girls night at Copita!! This will be an incredible evening of tequila, tasting, and fun. Enjoy passed appetizers, a tasting flight of tequila, and a three-course dinner paired with tequila cocktails featuring the excellent tequilas of Don Pilar, one of my all-time favorites.
Cheers!
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