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Mezcal Tasting Dinner

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    Thu, September 26, 2024 (7:30 PM - 9:00 PM)

Paraiso - Mexican Restaurant Taqueria & Mezcaleria
1101 Pennsylvania Avenue Southeast
Washington, DC 20003
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Experience an unforgettable mezcal dinner at Paraíso featuring Gracias a Dios mezcal and expert guidance from Erlinda A. Doherty.

Join us at Paraíso on Thursday, September 26 for a captivating evening as we continue our exploration of Mexico’s rich cultural heritage through mezcal. This special dinner will feature a guided tasting with Erlinda A. Doherty, Global Ambassador for the Consejo Mexicano Regulador por la Calidad del Mezcal (COMERCAM), who will lead us through a curated pairing with Gracias a Dios mezcal.

Erlinda, a familiar face at Paraíso and a passionate advocate for independent, family-owned brands, will dive deep into the intricate aromas and flavors of mezcal, highlighting the unique characteristics of Gracias a Dios. Each pairing is thoughtfully designed to complement our creative Mexican cuisine, offering a harmonious blend of taste and tradition.

Don’t miss this intimate and educational journey into the world of mezcal. Celebrate the essence of Mexican culture with us in an unforgettable evening.

Salud!


Four Course Mezcal Pairing Menu


STARTER

ENSALADA


APPETIZERS

your choice of


CHICKEN MOLE TACO


BUTTERNUT SQUASH QUESO FUNDIDO


MAINS

your choice of


PETIT NY STRIP STEAK

SWEET POTATO, CHARRED BROCCOLINI, DEMI GLACE


BRANZINO A LA BRASA

BRANZINO STUFFED WITH JUMBO LUMP CRAB, PEPITA SAUCE, MACHA OIL, CHARRED LEMON


DESSERTS

your choice of


BOMBON DE PISTACHIO

CHERRY GELEE, PISTACHE GANACHE, CHOCOLATE SHELL


CHEESECAKE DE CALABAZA

ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH, VANILLA, CREMA DE CHOCOLATE BLANCO, PILONCILLO

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