Celebrate 'Dia de los Muertos’ Festival in NE1
Today is the Dia de los Muertos festival, but you may recognise it as the 'Day of The Dead' or 'Day of the Angels' festival, which is a Mexican holiday that celebrates loved ones that have passed away. You might not need too much persuading to get into the festival spirit, but with our list of the best venues to get your hands on some delicious Mexican food and a bit of tequila, well - that’s reason enough to celebrate.
Halloween might be over but that doesn’t mean the celebrations, parties and face painting has to end as the holiday encourages it all. Whether you're going on your lunch break or after work, pop down to one of the brilliant Mexican restaurants in town and indulge in some fajitas and margaritas to pay homage to the celebratory day.
Barrio Comida
Mexico pays a visit to the banks of the Tyne at this unique little foodie stop. Delve into some flavoursome tacos with a generous dollop of sour cream sitting on top and sprinkled in pink onions. Watch as the world goes by as you dig into delicious little bites and sip on a range of ice cold beers and cocktails. Perfect for a lunch break stop or to get the party started.
Chiquitos
Take a holiday to Puerto Vallarta in Eldon Square's resident Mexican restaurant, Chiquitos. With upbeat music and a menu filled with all the very best Mexican dishes, you’ll certainly be able to celebrate Dia de los Muertos in style. Check out their Fixed Price menu where you can delve into two courses for £10.95 or upgrade to even more options for £14.95. Don’t worry if you haven’t had time to paint on a sugar skull face, there are sombreros at every table that will get you right into the Mexican party spirit. You can have a margarita in each hand during their generous two-for-one happy hour or get adventurous and select four unique branded tequila from their tequila boards. Take the whole family as kids (£4.95) and young adults (£7.95) get a drink, main and dessert included in their mexecellent meal deal. Fun for all the family!
Las Iguanas
There’s plenty of Mexican-inspired food at this sizzling Grey Street or Quayside eatery. From taco planks, tortilla chips & dips to fajitas and burritos, there’s something to satisfy every Mexican food craving. Fill up on it all this Dia de los Muertos and get in the holiday spirit from the inside out. There will be plenty to wash it down with or put out the spice fires as you take a trip into their lengthly list of two for one cocktails and mocktails. Wacky tacos and crazy quesadilla’s are on the menu for the little ones, followed by some churros and a drink all for a bargain £5.90!
Zapatista
For those who want to celebrate the holiday in a hurry or perhaps want to squeeze in the celebration on their lunch break, get down to Zapatista on Grainger Street or Ridley Place. Fill up your very own burrito with all the yumminess you desire. Add on some jalapeño poppers or a couple wings on the side to get the most out of your Mexican-infused fill. Finish up on some deep-fried cinnamon dusted sticks that are Mexico's finest foodie invention - churros. Great on-the-go dining!
Tortilla
The clue is in the name at this great nip-in eatery where the tastiest Mexican delights are wrapped in a powdery white tortilla. And there’s plenty to get your hands on down at Tortilla in Eldon Square. Grab some delicious quesadilla’s packed with melted cheese, grilled chicken and pico de gallo on your retail break. You can even squeeze in a cheeky margarita to accompany you as you munch away on your Mexican feast. What better way to celebrate Dia de los Muertos Festival in NE1?
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