Holy Guacamole ! .. 50% OFF Mexican cuisine at Santo Remedio !!

Santo Remedio is offering 50% off during their soft launch this Friday 18th and Saturday 19th of March in Shoreditch, London.

Expect truly authentic mexican cooking, food from the home, food of the people and regional Mexican street food, from the self-taught chef  Edson Dias-Fuentes.

The menu includes pig ear's tacos, ox tongue with Pipian Rojo, Grilled octopus with Yerba Santa and Jalapeno mojo de ajo, to name a few ! The mexican cuisine continues through to the drinks menu, with mezcal cocktails, regional mexican beers, and mexican wine. Not forgeting churros con dulce de leche to finish.

So put away the burritos and fajitas.. if you are looking for  Mexican cuisine with an special touch .. Santo Remedio is where it's at !

Provecho!

Friday 18th and Saturday 19th of March
22 Rivington Street, London
EC2A 3DY

http://www.santoremedio.co.uk/ 

Chicha Peruvian Street Food Pop Up at Grow Hackney

Forget about the cold weather and welcome Chicha Peruvian Street Food to Grow, Hackney for a 2 week residency in February!

Week 1: Thursday 18th to Sunday 21st February
Week 2: Thursday 25th to Sunday 28th February

Peruvian food is becoming a popular choice for foodies in London, it’s warming, tasty, hearty and just that little bit different.

Chicha serves classic, authentic dishes including traditional Anticuchos, tender Lomo Saltado, juicy Ají de Gallina...

And their very own speciality... the Chicha Peruvian Burger!

Don't miss out!

***Opening times: Thursday, Friday and Saturday (Lunchtime 12-3pm and Dinner 5-10pm) and Sundays (12-6pm***

Grow Hackney :
 98C Main Yard, Wallis Road, Hackney Wick, E9 5LN

For more infromation and to check out the menu click :
http://growhackney.tumblr.com/post/139438975161/18-21-25-28-february-chicha-uk-kitchen-residency

London Events: Buenos Aires meets London, La Bomba de Tiempo Live at The Forge Camden.

Almost four million people have danced to the phenomenon of La Bomba de Tiempo. A veritable percussion revolution in the heart of the city of Buenos Aires, La Bomba has performed weekly to SOLD-OUT crowds every Monday since 2006, both inside and outside Argentina. They have become an institution with locals and young tourists all of who attend this unforgettable event..

Celebrating 10 years of La Bomba’s existence, The Forge and London Tribes welcome the group to LONDON on the 19th & 20th February in a mega-celebration featuring several special guests from London’s world music scene – Buenos Aires meets London. - See more at: http://www.arenin.co.uk/la-bomba-de-tiempo-en-londres/#sthash.N2cSeTTk.dpuf

Celebrating 10 years of La Bomba’s existence, The Forge and London Tribes welcome the group to LONDON on the 19th & 20th February in a mega-celebration featuring several special guests from London’s world music scene – Buenos Aires meets London. - See more at: http://www.arenin.co.uk/la-bomba-de-tiempo-en-londres/#sthash.N2cSeTTk.dpuf

Celebratin 10 years of La Bomba's existence in LONDON, in a mega-celebration featuring several special guests - Buenos Aires meets London.

In all this time they have hosted hundreds of Argentine and foreign artists of all styles who have collaborated on stage with them such as: Calle 13, Jorge Drexler, Cafe Tacuba, Ruben Rada, Liliana Herrero, Paulinho Moska, Pedro Aznar, Kevin Johansen, Hugo Fattoruso, Lisandro Aristimuño, Gustavo Cordera, Nano Stern, Totó la Momposina, Jarabe de Palo, Los Pericos and more.

Presented by: Editorial Nascimento & World Tribes with the collaboration of ARENIN. + The Forge.

Friday 19th And Saturday 20th February 
At The Forge Camden Town
more info and tickets :
https://uk.patronbase.com/_Forge/Productions/WV/Performances

They will also be playing two FREE (20 mins) shows in Camden Market
in the North Yard Zone next to the Proud Gallery

Friday 19th Feb. at 15:00 hrs.
Saturday 20th Feb at 17:00 hrs.

Then the party continues at The Forge ;)

London Events: Pachamama; Honouring Mother Earth, a celebration of Life, with music and dance from Bolivia

Pachamama - Honouring Mother Earth. A celebration of life with music and dance from the Andean and Amazonian areas of Bolivia.

A Celebrate Life Events collaboration with Vicki Cespedes from Sikuris sin Fronteras (meaning 'No Boundaries') and Roberto Calzadilla, Bolivian Ambassador, who also speaks about environmental issues.
Be transported to the mountains, valleys and lowlands of Bolivia, with traditional music, dance and ceremonies based around respect for nature as a vital part of everyday life.

Music, dance, food, handicrafts and ceremonies are based around respect for nature as a vital part of everyday life and will include:
Mesmerising Music:
Sikuris sin Fronteras and DJ Ruben Cordero

Short films and animations:
Grandmother Cricket Animation - Abuela Grillo
Prem Rawat, Peace Ambassador

Offering ceremony to Pachamama - Mother Earth
and Aymara Prayer: a symbolic communal thanksgiving.

Tickets: £10 at the door £7 adv/con. Children under 12yrs free
Sunday 28th February 15:30.
More info and tickets:
https://uk.patronbase.com/_RM/Seats/NumSeats?prod_id=MPB4&perf_id=1&section_id=BAR&seat_type_id=S 

FREE : See London in a New Light.... #LumiereLDN

Light installations by 30 leading artists will illuminate the capital's streets as part of the first ever Lumiere London event.

Over four evenings, experience installations from the world's most exciting artists working with light. Taking place across the West End and King's Cross, see the city transformed into an extraordinary nocturnal delight, completely FREE to attend.

 The installations for Lumiere London in Piccadilly, Regent Street and St James's, Trafalgar Square and Westminster, Mayfair, and King's Cross have now been revealed.

The festival will run from 6.30pm to 10.30pm each evening, 14 to 17 January 2016.

for more information and to see the full program check the website below :
http://www.visitlondon.com/lumiere/programme

FREE EVENT: Día de Muertos / Day of the Dead in London

Día de Muertos is back at RichMix for the 3rd year in a row! Mexico Lindo y Querido Community Group London brings the most authentic Day of the Dead celebration in the UK.

This year they want to celebrate The Day of the Dead in a very special way by bringing back the mystic tradition that surrounds the commemoration of our loved ones that have passed away. A fully traditional altar, live music, arts & crafts and probably the most deliciously crafted Mexican food on this side of the pond courtesy of Rosa’s Kitchen & Azteca's.

Day of the Dead is a tradition spanning back thousands of years, where Mexicans honour their dead and celebrate life. You are invited to bring mementos for your dead (i.e photos, food, flowers) to add to this altar.

And this Sunday 1st of November they will have workshops, music and dancers to keep all the family entertained.

FREE
SUNDAY 1st. November   /  from 11:00 - 22:00

VENUE : Rich Mix
35 - 47 Bethnal Green Road
London
E1 6LA 

More info : http://www.richmix.org.uk/whats-on/event/da-de-muertosday-of-the-dead/#sthash.TvwOhT5S.dpuf

Organized by: Mexico Lindo y Querido :
https://www.facebook.com/events/578555588951919/
https://www.facebook.com/diademuertosmexicodayofthedeadlondon

Not To Be Missed! - Saturday 10th October - Latin American Fair & Fiesta !

This Saturday 10th of October, there is only one place you should be, and it's not to be missed !! Because for that day only you will experience ALL things Latin American under one roof !!

The event will showcase the rich cultural heritage of Latin America; traditional & contemporary food, drink, music, dance, arts, crafts and other top quality products.

During the day you can taste food and drinks from all over Latin America, take part in workshops, treat yourself to some latin suveniers, and more!

And during the night ,enjoy the show and dance away like you never done it before !! ( yes Latin American music is contagious ! and with live music, you simply can not resist.)

You can also savour food from award winning Peruvian Restaurant LIMA London, Brazilian Rodizio Rico,Mexican Mestizo plus other specialities. A selection of Latin inspired cocktails, wines, beers, tequilas and rums to enchant your night. 

Bolivian Heritage Dancers

 Saturday 10th October

FAIR: 11am to 6pm
SHOP: 11am to 10pm
FIESTA: 7:30pm to 1am

Kensington Town Hall

Horton Street London

W8 7NX 

Tickets

Availble to buy at the door, or online, for more information please visit:

http://alaf.co.uk/product/latin-american-fair-fiesta-ticket/ 

Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/latinamericanfairandfiesta

Event details in Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1636938809883728 

Twitter : @ALAFfiesta

Experience a TASTE OF LATIN AMERICA while supporting children in 20 countries.

Argentina, Belize, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Venezuela, Uruguay.

Workshops, during the fair
Capoeira by Natalia Santana Revi, Introduction to Shipibo Embroidery & Designs by Bella Lane, Peruvian Master Specialist in Hand Embroidery, Zampoňas Pan Flute, Learn Quechua: the Inka’s language, Huaylash – Peruvian Carnival dance from the Andes, Zumba with Ozzie. 
Pisco Sour, Caipirinha, Mojito making masterclass, Waqar Pisco Tasting 

Fiesta 
Maracatu Estrella do Norte, Bahareque Latin American Rhythms, Baila Peru Huaylash, Martino Scovacricchi, Bolivian Heritage,  Baila Peru Festejo, R& O,  Yurupari Cumbia y Carnaval de Barranquilla, ROBERTO PLA and his Latin Ensemble, Las Garifunas Group, Honduras,  Moyses Brazilian DJ, ROBERTO PLA and his Latin Ensemble, Moyses Brazilian DJ.

FREE: At Tate Modern: Premier of documentary - London's Latin Corner -

London's Latin Quarter is a short documentary celebrating the Latin American community in Elephant & Castle. Highlighting its history and importance for Latin Americans in London, the documentary also shows the challenges and opportunities that the regeneration of the area represents to the local businesses.

Tate Modern’s community film club runs in two three-month seasons and screens a diverse range of films that aim to show the best of South London. Films are chosen by a panel of local residents. Screenings are FREE, refreshments are served and the film screenings are followed by Q&A with the directors.

No need to book in advance. 

Monday 5th October 

6:30 pm.

Duration: 15 min and 65 min
Genre: Documentary
Director: Silvia Rothlisberger, Ian Parkin

Tate Modern
Bankside
London SE1 9TG
United Kingdom
More info :
http://www.tate.org.uk/about/projects/tate-modern-project/community/tate-modern-community-film-club

http://latinelephant.org/

FREE: Chanel - Mademoiselle Privé - Exhibition at Saatchi Gallery London

Image from Chanel Mademoiselle Prive Website.

Is that time of the year when we talk about fashion, ...well if not every time !! 

And "This autumn, French fashion house Chanel will return to the Saatchi Gallery for a new exhibition: Mademoiselle Privé. The showcase will be spread across the gallery’s three floors, bringing to life the charisma, charm and spirit of ledgendary icons Mademoiselle Chanel and Karl Lagerfeld."

An exhibition not to be missed! and throughout the duration of the Mademoiselle Privé exhibition, CHANEL invites you to learn more about craftsmanship with Lesage and Lemarié about how to embroider, work with feathers and create flowers.

The secrets of CHANEL N°5 can also be discovered through an olfactive workshop.
(workshops have to be booked in advance)

FREE Entry :
From 13 October – 1 November 2015. 
Saatchi Gallery
Duke of York's HQ
Kings Road
London
SW3 4RY
http://www.saatchigallery.com/current/mademoiselle_prive.php

For more information and workshops visit :
http://mademoiselleprive.chanel.com/

Latin American Wine Tasting Event: From Argentina to St Albans..

As part of the St. Albans Food and Drink Festival, Zefino Wine And Spirits are hosting a wine tasting event on Friday 2nd of October from 6pm to 8pm. With Sophia Benvenuto -ower of Finca Sophenia, located in Mendoza, Argentina.

"Located in the high altitude Tupungato Valley region of Mendoza, this modern winery benefits from a long, cool growing season and strong UV sunlight that helps maximise the aromas and complexity of the resulting grapes.Tupungato sits at the western extreme of Mendoza right at the foot of the Andes mountains with an elevation of 1,200 meters giving benefit to the vineyards from a much cooler climate, abundant sun, and sharp contrast between day and night temperatures. When all the above is combined it allows the winemaker the opportunity to produce wines with utmost expression. Wine consultant Michel Rolland (from Bordeaux) has added his expertise to this project and in the last few years since launch the range of wines have received numerous awards and accolades."

Tasting:

Finca Sophenia Reserve Chardonnay, 2014 £17/bottle
Finca Sophenia Reserve Viognier, 2012, £17/bottle
Finca Sophenia Synthesis Sauvignon Blanc 2013, £21/bottle
Finca Sophenia Reserve Merlot, 2009, £17/bottle
Finca Sophenia Reserve Malbec, 2012, £17/bottle
Finca Sophenia Synthesis Malbec 2010, £26/bottle
Finca Sophenia Synthesis The Blend 2011, £38/bottle
Finca Sophenia Roberto L 2008, £50/bottle

For more information, and tickets contact :
Zefino
3 George Street
St Albans
Herts
AL3 4ER

Phone:  01727 852 545  

Email:  info@zefino.co.uk