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chef favorites Francisco
Gonzalez
Talavera Mexican Grill
chef
TROMPITO AL PASTOR
Photos by Sarah Evans
Take your taste buds on a vacation to beautiful Mexico without ever leaving
the Lehigh Valley with a visit to Talavera Mexican Grill.

Chef Francisco Gonzalez says Trompito al Pastor is made with thin strips
of pork tenderloin, marinated in spices and
chilies then stacked onto a long spit called a
trompo and served with fresh grilled pineapple,
cilantro, onions and lime.

“This presentation simulates the taquerias
in Mexico City that are very popular,” he says.
“If you have visited Mexico, you will know what
I’m talking about.”

Talavera Mexican Grill specializes in
made-from-scratch traditional cuisine and 85
percent of the menu is gluten free. Talavera
welcomes BYOB and offers a stylish and
festive atmosphere to relax and enjoy.

Talavera Mexican Grill
81 W. Broad St., Bethlehem
610-625-0748
www.talaveragrill.com

BreNt rose Braveheart Highland Pub
chef
SEARED PUB STEAK

Savor the flavor of the peppercorn iron-seared top sirloin steak with
cheddar-bacon Yorkshire pudding, Worcestershire compound butter,
mashed potatoes and green beans — your palate will thank you.

“The Yorkshire pudding is house made and is an English food typically
served as part of the Sunday roast,” says Erik Sheetz, general manager.

“Here we’ve added a twist with the use of
bacon fat and cheddar cheese.”

Braveheart features a large selection of
Scottish food including bridies; mince and
tatties; shepherd’s pie; haggis; hushpuppies;
meat pies; fish and chips; and Guinness beef
stew, as well as some traditional American fare.

“Braveheart will be celebrating its 11-year
anniversary in January,” Sheetz says. “Follow
us on Facebook for some outstanding Scottish
fare specials.”

Braveheart Highland Pub
430 Main St., Hellertown
610-838-6555
bravehearthighlandpub.com

Photos by Sarah Evans

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