Taste of Mexico at the Jupiter Hotel
July 21, 2010
2nd Annual Taste Of Mexico Brings The Essence Of Mexican Cuisine To The DreamTENT At The Jupiter Hotel
The Jupiter Hotel partners with the Mexican Consulate and the Oregon Mexican Restaurant Association to present a showcase of some of the most authentic Mexican flavors
PORTLAND, Oregon (July 12, 2010) — The Mexican Restaurant Association will turn the Jupiter Hotel’s outdoor courtyard into a Mexican Fiesta with the second annual Sabor a Mexico, or Taste of Mexico, on Thursday, July 29th. A benefit for the Institute for Mexicans Abroad’s Educational Fellowship Program, Sabor a Mexico will feature Star Chefs’ “Rising Star” award winning Mixologist Junior Merino, also known as “The Liquid Chef.”
Committed to supporting the education of the Mexican Community in the United States, Junior Merino will be traveling from New York to Portland to participate at Portland’s showcase of authentic Mexican Cuisine.
Born in Puebla, Mexico, Merino arrived in New York City at the age of 16. He worked at Roth’s Westside Steakhouse, where his wine and cocktail list earned him the “Wine Spectator Award of Excellence” and his cocktails were recognized as the “best cocktails and sangria on the Upper West Side.” In 2005, Merino won first prize at the International Bar Show’s Best Cocktail competition.
As a certified Sommelier, Merino designed cocktail menus and trained bar staff for some of the best restaurants and bars around the world, including ANA Hotel in Tokyo, The Modern Bar at MoMA, Walt Disney Resort, Rayuela in New York, Cafe Frida and 42, among many others.
At this festival, 8 of the Portland’s best and most authentic Mexican restaurants will offer delicious and rich samples of old and new Mexican recipes featuring the James Beard Foundation’s Best Chef of the Northwest semi-finalist, Oswaldo Bibiano and his Autentica.
Last year’s Taste of Mexico was a true success, creating an evening of “slow” style food and live music. This year the event will feature the Latin sounds of Afincando and the gifted velvety voice of Edna.
The event runs from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. and admission (21 and older event) is $40 and covers food and live music. A $60 ticket will grant access to an exclusive VIP pass (beginning at 5:30) to interact with the chefs exclusively and participate in a wine and food pairing session. Sabor a Mexico is part of the commemoration activities towards Mexico’s 200th birthday celebration on September 15th 2010 this year and organized by
the Mexican Consulate and with the support of the Oregon Mexican Restaurant Association. The event will be held in the bambo-flanked and chandelier-lit courtyard of the Jupiter Hotel at 800 E Burnside in Portland.
The event will also feature a silent auction of new Latin American art and a Tequila tasting. Tickets are available at http://conta.cc/TasteofMexico2010. For more information, please call 503-274-1450 x25.
“We have the perfect combination of a great outdoor space at the Jupiter’s DreamTENT with great food- tasting and a joyful atmosphere. We are encouraged by last year’s success and we look forward to having a bigger and better celebration this year” said Joaquin Lopez, Vice President of the Oregon Mexican Restaurant Association and co-owner of Alberta’s La Bonita.
“Sabor a Mexico is an event that we truly think is unique for a benefit which promises to be colorful, succulent and filled with heart and soul” said Lopez.
Restaurant partners include:
● La Calaca Comelona
● La Bonita
● La Bamba
● Nuestra Cocina
● Autentica
● Mazatlan
● Mayahuel
● Cha Taqueria
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About IME BECAS EDUCATIONAL FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM
IME BECAS is a fellowship program committed to elevate the educational level of first generation Latinos. It is focused on supporting schools, parent centers and nonprofit organizations that offer programs for Latino immigrants such as basic literacy courses, preparation for the GED, computer skills classes and English classes. The mission of IME BECAS is to provide opportunities for adult immigrants and students from immigrant families to develop useful skills to better participate in the United States work environment, as well as to open possibilities to access adult education and colleges in the states.
www.imebecas.org
About The Jupiter Hotel
The Jupiter serves as a home-on-the-road for modern travelers, cultural creatives and business nomads alike looking to indulge in urban life. The 81 modern guestrooms, including the DreamSUITE, connect guests to the vibrancy of Portland at affordable rates– with any number of ways to get around town. A variety of transportation options offer guests “alternative” ways to explore the city – from pedicabs and Electra bicycles on site to car share options and even a charging station for electric cars. Travelers looking for a unique experience in urban hospitality find their destination at the Jupiter, with Wack Salon and Massage Spa on site and rooms equipped with iPod compatible speakers, down comforters, pillow-top queen beds and complimentary wifi. The adjacent Doug Fir Restaurant and Lounge is open daily from 7
a.m. to 2 a.m. and offers cutting edge musical acts most nights in its underground music venue. The Jupiter Hotel is located at 800 E. Burnside, Portland, OR. For further information or to make a reservation, visit www.jupiterhotel.com or call 503-230-9200 or 877-800-0004.