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Tzuco, located at 720 North State Street in River North, is celebrating its third anniversary and Mexican Independence Day by hosting a ticketed five-course dinner and wine pairing on Thursday, September 15. The dinner costs $180 and a wine pairing can also be added to the experience. Reservations are available on Resy. Head chef and owner, Carlos Gaytán has invited a variety of chefs, including Chef Claudette Zepeda of San Diego, Chef Yvan Mucharraz of Cabo San Lucas, Chef Javier Plascencia of San Diego, and Chef Juan Gutierrez of Chicago, to prepare a course with their own ingredients and flavor profile.

  • First Course, Chef Claudette Zepeda
    • Huitlacoche Tlacoyo, Tuna Tataki, Huitlacoche, Oaxaca Beans, Pasilla Chili Mixe, and Tuna
  • Second Course, Chef Yvan Mucharraz
    • Madai "Zarandeado", Ayocotes, Grilled Avocado, Tomato Raisins, Quelites, and Spicy Bottarga Emulsion
  • Third Course, Chef Javier Plascencia
    • Smooth Rice, Green Rabbit, Pork Chorizo, Heirloom Beans, Arborio Rice, and Pacific Mussels
  • Fourth Course, Chef Carlos Gaytán
    • American Kobe, Black Brioche, Burnt Onion Puree, Pickled Black Trumpet Mushrooms, Smoked Japanese Onion Powder, and Black Garlic Aioli
  • Fifth Course, Chef Juan Gutierrez
    • “Coco 5 Ways” Coconut Sponge, Coconut Praline, and Coconut Rocks

“We are thrilled to be celebrating our third, and most successful year yet at Tzuco while simultaneously celebrating Mexican Independence Day with this one-of-a-kind dinner and wine pairing, said Chef Carlos. “To be able to bring such great talent, culture, and cuisine all into one night is a privilege in itself, and we’re looking forward to expressing our gratefulness through gastronomy.”

Tzuco is open for dinner Monday through Thursday from 4 to 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 4 to 11 p.m. and Sunday from 4 to 9 p.m. Brunch is served on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

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