Many have heard the news about Haiti and the devastating earthquake they recently encountered. More than a million Haitians have become homeless, and hundreds of thousands were left injured. With time passing by and nearly a month later there’s still a large need for resources. Although the media has moved on to other topical issues our society hinges on, rebuilding a city doesn’t... read more...
This past Saturday I found myself in Oakland at 7:30am. The streets were dead. No cars, no people, no nothing. All that was missing was a tumbleweed rolling through the streets like the old western movies. Since I had time to kill I crossed the bay in hopes of life. And boy did I find it. First stop was North Beach. I parked in front of the big white cathedral off Columbus. I sipped on a... read more...
I can remember my year as a high school junior and prom. I was so excited for that Saturday in May to come, but I didn’t care too much about the dance or even about my date. Sounds kinda crazy, but I was more concerned about what restaurant we were eating at. I grew up in a small town in the central valley near the mountains (Porterville) and the best restaurant was 30 minutes away in... read more...
As the lunch rush was at its peak today, three black suburbans followed by numerous C.H.P. motorcycles parked in front of the restaurant. The patios were filled with guests enjoying the newly found sun so early in the year. In the kitchen, tickets were already flying out of the printer, “Enchiladas verdes dos veces, una chuleta y un taco especial llegando,” Pablo announced to us. Then... read more...
Many customers ask us what type/brand of tequila we drink at Zocalo. From the owners to management we all have our favorite. Fortaleza is definitely one of those favorites.
With so many new brands of tequila coming out, you may find yourself scratching your head (as I do myself) from time to time. Fortaleza is a true artisan-style, boutique tequila that is a game changer in the fastest... read more...
Zocalo is featuring a special Valentine’s Day Menu
For Dinner it includes: (click here to see the menu)
A champagne toast, a wonderful tamale appetizer created by our own Chef Rose, your choice of soup or salad and a dessert to share.
Dinner is $80 per person (tax and gratuity... read more...
