(Entertainment-NewsWire.com, May 23, 2015 ) vancouver, bc -- The Mexican Gourmet is now available for Mexican food in Port Coquitlam. "Our dream is to provide a simple, yet delicious Authentic Mexican Experience., and we're living our dream," proclaims Heriberto Galindo, who is the owner and Executive Chef of Maple Ridge restaurant The Mexican Gourmet. "Our commitment to the Port Coquitlam community also extends to supporting local growers and producers by incorporating local ingredients in our menus whenever it's possible."
The Mexican Gourmet is in the PoCo Place Mall next to Michael's, and on weekdays it is open from 11 AM to 8 PM. On weekends starting on Friday, the closing time is extended until 9 PM.
"Among the favorites in the current soup menu are the Mexican classic Sopa de Tortilla which is a tomato-based soup, the grilled chicken and feta salad, and the crispy tortilla and feta salad," said Mr. Galindo, "the house specialties are quesadillas, enchiladas, tostadas, Baja fish tacos and regular tacos, Taquitos Dorados, the torta sandwich, and the artisan burrito wrap. Special beverages include the spiced Mexican coffee known as Café de Olla, hibiscus iced tea, fresh limeade, Mexican sodas, and the Mexican hot chocolate. For dessert, there's homemade Mexican flan, churros, and local fruit frozen bars."
For children, specials include the kid's versions of quesadillas made with white corn tortillas and cheese. "Our tacos or tostadas come with salsa, lettuce, and a choice of meat," added Vancouver Mexican restaurant owner Mr. Galindo, "the mini enchiladas have a choice of meat in soft-rolled corn tortillas, topped with Salsa Roja, melted cheese, and sour cream. All the meals come with red rice, a salad, an apple juice, and a special kid's treat."
Port Coquitlam Mexican restaurant he Mexican Gourmet also offers Mexican food for catering services. The meat options are Cochinita Pibil (Yucatán Style Mexican Pulled Pork), Beef Tinga (which is braised beef, sauté onions & mild red sauce), Mexican Ground Beef (marinated in flavorful spices & mild red sauce), Chicken Adobo (marinated grilled chicken, caramelized onions & corn), and Chicken in Mole (traditional Mexican rich and flavorful sauce).
The catering menu comes with two meat choices, refried beans with cheese, red Mexican rice, the house salad, mild red chipotle sauce or salsa verde, homemade salsa & chips, and guacamole. The dishes are served buffet style, so patrons can pick and choose and the dishes are hot and ready.
"We also offer special promos every now and again," reveals Galindo. "Now we have a new rewards program that lets customers get back 10% on their loyalty card." For further information, contact the Mexican Gourmet.
About Castle Communication Systems: The Mexican Gourmet provides authentic Mexican food in the Vancouver area. They have two locations in the Lower Mainland, one in Port Coquitlam and the other in Maple Ridge. To learn more, visit The Mexican Gourmet website at www.themexicangourmet.ca/ and like their Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/themexicangourmet.
