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Dinner & Tequila
Tasting - Creating the right tasting format
When pairing a spirit with food one must consider what we are trying to achieve:
Stimulate the appetite, add flavor and refresh the palate. We also want to complement
the food with the spirit, properly.
First, Tequila is an 80 Proof/40% alcohol spirit, and like most spirits is not
typically consumed as a complement to food, as beer or wine would be. Suggest
consuming “neat” at the beginning and at the end of the meal with
Tequila cocktails during the meal.
In Mexico, Tequila is savored as an aperitif: Before dinner to help stimulate
the appetite; typically enjoyed with sharp Mexican cheese or Pico de Gallo: select
fruit & veggies spiked with dried chile and fresh lime & salt. You may
have any combination of appetizers as suits your taste. Recommend a Blanco/Silver
or Reposado Tequila to start.
As an after dinner “Digestivo” to aid digestion and cleanse the palate.
Recommend a fine Añejo.
Straight Tequila best complements a hearty soup or stew, such as Pozole, Menudo
or a Seafood Stew. Recommend Blanco or Reposado.
To best enjoy and complement your dining experience, prepare Tequila as a short
cocktail (8 – 10 oz Cocktail glass); such as a Margarita, Tequila & Tonic,
Tequila lemonade/Up, or Tequila and Coke or Sprite, Squirt, etc. Always with
a sweet or citrus element added.
History of Tequila
About Cuccini Restaurant & Bar
Cuccini Restaurant celebrates the rich culture of the Middle East. The
Menu offers a tantalizing array of fresh lamb, beef, chicken, seafood and vegetarian
dishes echoing the culinary traditions of various Middle Eastern countries. Cuccini’s
full service bar offers an international selection of the wine and beer, along
with specialty cocktails to compliment your meal. The Ambiance is inviting and
warm enhancing your dining experience with the traditional colors and sounds
of the Middle East. Whether you are seeking an intimate dinner for two, or hosting
a special event, Cuccini is an ideal place. The warm and inviting Dining Room
is the perfect place to enjoy an authentic meal while being entertained by belly
dancers. Cuccini also has a very warm and appealing lounge. The Lounge Room provides
an ideal space for special dinners and important business meetings, or cocktail
receptions. The room features a full bar and houses a lustrous queen size Moroccan
style bed. Our large patio also has its own bar and is equipped with heat lamps.
We offer exotic blends of tobacco where Hookah smoking is allowed.
