Cafe Coyote Old Town San Diego Restaurant Blog

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Fiesta Old Town

Despite delays at the border, Café Coyote has been selected as the first restaurant in the United States to pour Pacifico on tap. Café Coyote is located in the historical district of Old Town in San Diego, California and has been family owned and operated for more than 21 years. Pacifico is the perfect drink for the cuisine of Café Coyote, which has been selected as the Best Mexican Restaurant in San Diego for four years–and the timing is perfect for the upcoming Cinco de Mayo celebration Fiesta Old Town from May 2nd – 5th. Why wait? We invite you to come in and try a complimentary glass of Pacifico draft during our pre Cinco De Mayo Taco Tuesday celebration on May 4th between 3:30pm until close — this offer is only for the first five people to tell the manager on duty the secret password: VivaMexico.
Pacifico Beer
The Pacifico Brewery was established in 1900 by German settlers who created a pilsner style beer with a clean and hearty flavor from the choicest hops, barley, yeast and water from the springs of Mazatlan. Purchased by the Grupo Modelo in 1954, Pacifico has expanded to include seven state-of-the-art breweries throughout Mexico. The import of Pacifico to the United States has increased to more than 5 million cases annually — a testament to its popularity and compatibility with all types of food.

Celebrating its 21st anniversary, Café Coyote Old Town continues to be a landmark of the San Diego’s Historic Old Town Community and is a favorite of locals and visitors alike. Relax and select from over “120” tequilas for your fresh frosty Margaritas prepared by our master bartenders. Watch Mexican Tortilla Ladies make fresh tortillas to accompany your meal the traditional way “a mano” (by hand). Listen to strolling Mariachi’s fill the flower scented air with festive Mexican music in our colorful outdoor courtyards. Splashing Fountains add to the atmosphere in the Esplanade framed by Spanish architecture with colorful Mexican murals and décor. Savor traditional Mexican food made from authentic fresh ingredients prepared from Regional Recipes by Mexican Chefs.

Café Coyote is also excited to launch its Taco Tuesday celebration calendar — giving you a preview of the upcoming gourmet tacos featured each week. Taco Tuesday showcases nine traditional and specialty tacos for $2 — a great bargain to enjoy with family, friends and colleagues. Café Coyote’s tequila ambassador, Mario Marquez (click here to read Mario’s latest blog post), also offers drink specials–including crowd favorites such as the Coyote Gold or Pineapple Chipotle Margaritas.

Click here to visit Taco Tuesday.

Cinco De Mayo

Dear Café Coyote patrons,

We are looking forward to the arrival of our annual Cinco de Mayo celebration here in the historic Old Town district of San Diego, California. San Diegans have been celebrating Cinco de Mayo at the  Fiesta Old Town celebration for the past 27 years with 200,000 visitors joining the festivities last year. Cinco de Mayo, or the Fifth of May celebration, commemorates the victory of the Mexican militia over the French army at the Battle of Puebla in 1862, located in the south-central part of Mexico.  Not to be confused with Mexico’s Independence Day on September 16th, Cinco de Mayo has become a popular holiday in the United States–and this year’s celebration promises to be a grand fiesta.

Café Coyote has been participating in Fiesta Old Town for 21 years and looks forward to welcoming you this year. Saturday, May 1st and Sunday, May 2nd will feature activities that the entire family can enjoy: live bands, arts and crafts, unique food and visitors from all over the world are only a few of the attractions.  Wednesday, May 5th is tailored for the 21 and over  crowd when Café Coyote throws the biggest Cinco de Mayo party in town. There is ample space to everyone to enjoy the fiesta.  We invite you to join us to enjoy an outstanding selection of Tequila, beer, and specialty cocktails and by delicious Mexican food in a beautiful  setting–you won’t find a more perfect place to celebrate Cinco de Mayo.

Salud !

Mario Marquez

Tequila Ambassador

Café Coyote, Old Town, San Diego.

5 types of tequila and two tequila categories

Dear Coyote Patrons,

Today I will teach you about the 5 types of tequila and two tequila categories. There are only two categories of tequila, tequila 100 percent agave consisting entirely from agave based sugars and Tequila that consists of 51% agave and 49 % other sugars. The last category is generally known as “mixto”. Both of these categories need to be distilled twice by law.

There are 5 types of tequilas:

Blanco Tequila: White or silver tequilas are clear and not influenced by the aging process, although some producers “rest” their tequilas in wood or stainless steels holding tanks for up to 45 days before bottling. 100 percent agave silver (tequilas) retains the natural agave aromas and flavors. They are earthy and bold but can also be sweet and smooth. This tequila is considered and aperitif and is the purest of all.

Gold Tequilas: Because of its color, many assume that it is an aged spirit. Technically this tequila does not have to be aged. Most gold tequilas acquire their color from artificial flavoring and coloring, primarily with caramel coloring and glycerin.

Tequila Reposado: Reposed (rested) tequilas are aged for at least a minimum of two months to almost a year in oak tanks or barrels. Coloring and flavoring agents are permissible. Reposado tequilas range in hues from a very pale straw color to a deep gold and are excellent for sipping.

Añejo Tequilas: Añejo (aged) tequilas are aged for at least one year in government sealed oak barrels that are not to exceed 600 liters. Aging tequila transforms the spirit that once came out clear into a mature and mellow one. Its aromatic profile is oakier and less earthy. Añejo tequilas are great digestives are a great alternative for dessert.

Extra Añejo: These tequilas are the most costly because of the time they spend aging in a barrel. To be called extra añejo white tequila must age in a barrel for a minimum of three years. In general these tequilas are a dark amber color and tend to be sweet in flavor. Many people compare them to a fine Cognac or a single malt Scotch.

I hope that you have learned something new about the art of tequila production. Visit us every Thursday for our weekly “Tequila Thursday” to taste great tequila and explore the tequila world.

Salud!

Mario Marquez

Tequila Ambassador

Café Coyote , Old Town San Diego