Beginning Wednesday, June 23, Talavera Restaurant will add a new happy hour menu to its already-delicious offerings. To kick off the party, master mixologist Junior Merino, known as the “Liquid Chef” will be in the restaurant to handcraft specialty cocktails. Merino originally hails from Puebla, Mexico, the birthplace of Talavera pottery. With his Mexican heritage and vast experience in the spirits industry, Merino is best known for his cocktail programs at New York City’s The Modern and Rayuela, Tokyo’s ANA Hotel and Mexico City’s famed Izote restaurant.
Talavera’s happy hour kicks off at Wednesday, June 23 at 5 pm. Merino will create signature cocktails including the Oaxaquita de Talavera with Ilegal Mescal Blanco, Domain de Canton, Pineapple Juice, Elderflower Syrup and Lemon Grass Salt; the Rosita with 100% Agave Tequila Blanco, Cointreau, Dainzu Rose Syrup, Rose Salt and Rose Petals; South of the Rio with Leblon Cachaca, English Cucumber, Lemongrass Syrup and Jalapeno; Koki’o with 100% Agave Tequila, Hibiscus Syrup, Orange, Chambord and Cinnamon Salt; and the Cubico with 100% Agave Tequila Anejo infused with Tobacco, Dainzu Agave Nectar, Roasted Pineapple and Saffron Salt.
Each specialty drink by Junior Merino will be $8.50 and includes unlimited complimentary menu samplings. Talavera’s standard happy hour is 5 to 7 pm and offers 50% off well drinks and housemade margaritas for $5.50.
Talavera Restaurant brings a taste of Mexico to Coral Gables. A delicious blend of old and new world Mexico, Talavera features a variety of popular Mexican dishes varying from recipes that originated in the traditional street markets to others that have been refined in the classic restaurants of Mexico City. Menu items are prepared from fresh, authentic ingredients found in customary Mexican cuisine. The restaurant’s sophisticated ambiance is defined by the modern Mexican art adorning the walls. Guests can enjoy the scene and the cuisine from the open dining area, the 25-seat private dining room or the outdoor patio.
Talavera is located at 2299 Ponce de Leon, on the corner of Giralda, 305.444.2955 / www.talaveraspot.com.
