The Sizzling Hot History of Fajitas: From Cattle Drives to Your Plate

Friday, March 17, 2023 by omcrubyporter

Fajitas are a beloved Tex-Mex dish that has become a staple in many households and restaurants. But where did this sizzling dish originate? Let’s take a trip back in time and explore the history of the fajita. The Origins of the Fajita The fajita is believed to have originated in the ranch lands of West

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Jalapeno Cornbread – The Perfect Side

Monday, January 30, 2023 by Chula's

Jalapeno Cornbread is sweet, savory, and oh-so moist! This 30-minute recipe is our family’s favorite side; you can also eat it on its own as an appetizer or snack. And the best part, you probably have most, if not all, the ingredients in your cupboard! Notes This Jalapeno Cornbread is a great savory side dish.

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Tagged under: mexican food, mexican recipes, side dish

4 Perfect Plates for Cold Weather

Monday, November 14, 2022 by Chula's

Winter has arrived, the leaves are dropping, and we finally get to break out our beanies and fuzzy boots. Now’s the time to start planning warm, cozy meals to fight the frost. Like most of you, our mind goes to soups and stews… but why not break with tradition and try comfort food Mexican style!

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Tagged under: Burritos, comfort food, mexican dishes, mexican food, pork carnitas, tortilla soup

Michelada – The Mexican Bloody Maria

Wednesday, August 10, 2022 by Chula's

Continuing in our summer drink series, today we have quite the spicy tamale for your drinking pleasure – The Michelada or Mexican Bloody Maria lol. Michelada makes you feel alive! The spice from the serrano peppers, the tart from the lime juice, and the cool smooth refreshment from the Mexican lager all come together in

Published in Celebrations, Drinks, Happy Hour, Mexican Food, Mexican Food History

Tagged under: Cocktails, Drinks, happy hour, Mexican desserts, mexican food, Mexican Restaurant, spicy food, Tequila

How to Keep an Avocado Fresh

Thursday, February 03, 2022 by Chula's

It’s the unanswerable millennial conundrum: how do you keep an avocado from going brown? There are more ways than you think. Here at Chula’s Restaurant and Cantina of Eugene, we always serve the freshest avocados. To do that, we’ve come at this issue head-on! You cut an avocado in half, use one half, and want

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Tagged under: avocado, mexican food, Mexican Restaurant

How To Make Homemade Horchata

Wednesday, October 20, 2021 by Chula's

With fall’s arrival, it means it’s time to break out those warm, seasonal spices! And what better way than by making homemade horchata? This beloved drink dates back to 2,400 BC! It was originally enjoyed for its health benefits, being drank for fevers or given to fussy babies. Nowadays, it’s enjoyed by many for it’s

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What’s So Hot About the Chili Pepper?

Sunday, June 03, 2018 by Chula's

There are hundreds of different varieties of chili peppers. Some are sweet while others can cause agonizing pain.

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4 Ways to Revamp Your Leftovers

Wednesday, May 02, 2018 by Chula's

Ever forget your leftover at the restaurant or allow them to sit in the fridge unattended to for way too long? Or get stuck in a rut of reheating? Yeah, us too. That’s Chula’s came up with four easy ways to completely revamp your Mexican food leftovers!

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The Anatomy of the Margarita

Wednesday, April 04, 2018 by Chula's

Like all classic drinks, the origins of the margarita are a bit hazy. It is claimed that a Mexican restaurateur south of Tijuana was the first to mix up the basic three ingredient staple of tequila, lime, and orange liqueur in 1938.

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What are the Differences Between Mezcal and Tequila?

Friday, March 02, 2018 by Chula's

At Chula’s Restaurant and Cantina, we pride ourselves on having a lot of tasty tequila drinks to offer. We’ve noticed recently Mezcal has been gaining ground in American bars, but many people are not sure what the differences are between tequila and mezcal.

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