Food

Those who have lived in the southwest U.S. for any period of time and loved the huge carne asada burritos and chimichangas served at local drive-thru taco shops and Mexican food restaurants are often disappointed in the burritos that they encounter when they visit Baja Norte.  Not because of their lack of flavor or quality, but because of their comparatively …

Mule 61 opened on New Year’s Eve and hasn’t looked back.  We all have dissimilar tastes in food but great is great, and this upscale eatery with very reasonable prices will be one of our go to places.  The owners are very personable with each one coming to our table along with the chef to ask for critiques, and we …

I went to the Sunday brunch at La Fonda at 9:00 on the nose and again at 2:30 in the afternoon.  I wanted to see if there was much difference between the first serving and the end of the line. Surprisingly, I didn’t find much difference.  I enjoyed it both times.  The barbecued ribs, among the best anywhere, were kind …

It is always rewarding to discover a great new restaurant that, although it may be a bit off the beaten track, maintains levels of both quality and value that dwarfs the performance of higher profile eateries proudly positioned on the main boulevards of Ensenada’s tourist district.  Of such a breed is Fratelli’s Restaurante. It’s not that the owner, Chef Humberto …

Want a quick, easy lunch?  Want a change from tacos?  Want a delicious break from the usual?  Try this addition to the downtown Rosarito area. Look for the the green truck with a huge sign: ARROZ FRITO, Fried Rice, also, called Charlie’s Food Truck.  Except for Tuesdays, it’s always parked on the street by the Pemex station, the one with …