Chiles Rellenos

I went in with low expectations — I'd had mediocre versions before. What I found was Chiles Rellenos made with real commitment to tomatillo and technique. The bright and citrusy result was more complex and satisfying than anything I'd had before. pre-Columbian ingredients like corn, beans, and chil…

You can taste history in Chiles Rellenos if you know what to look for. pre-Columbian ingredients like corn, beans, and chilli form the foundation. The complex and layered with chilli character reflects those layers — epazote doesn't appear by accident; it came from a specific tradition. The a famil…

Some dishes exist to comfort and Chiles Rellenos is absolutely in that category. The bright and citrusy quality works on something almost primal — you feel the warmth of it immediately. Mexican chocolate does work that no substitute can replicate. Mexican cuisine is a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Her…

I'm sceptical of any restaurant claiming to do Chiles Rellenos well, having been disappointed often enough. This one delivered. The deeply aromatic base was authentic and the use of tomatillo showed real knowledge. Mexican cuisine is a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. The atmosphere was genuine…