Now for something completely different...

MANGO IN PEPITORIA!

Never heard of it? Try pumpkin seeds roasted on Tacontento's grills, crushed and tossed with mangoes, served with Chef Carlos's special Jamaica (Ha-MY-ca) Hot Salsa and some more seeds. High in anti-oxidants, high in fiber and flavor - the perfect healthy counterbalance to Tacontento's zero-degree frosty beer.

Paco, our potent Paquete Moches, is smiling

Our PAQUETES,  those larger-than-life platters Tacontento has served to make many a Latin American foodie and Gringo tourist very contentO, are a big hit already in South Beach. Clockwise from left we have the Flautas de Papa (seasoned potato taquitos with Mexican cream and fresh Cotija cheese), Quesadillitas (Housemade corn tortillas with Queso Blanco), Guacamole (fresh California Haas Avocado sauce), House Recipe Chorizo, Pork Loin, Churrasco (Skirt Steak), Chicken Breast, and Pastor (Adobo-marinated pork with onion), followed by more Quesadillitas and Flautas and, finally, Cebollitas (Grilled Scallions). In the middle is Queso Fundido which is Spanish for "stop being confused - you know it's time for Tacontento!"  All this food going clockwise reminds me that it's time to eat at Tacontento! Gooooool! Sorry - got carried away...

Lee Klein of New Times's first taste of Tacontento

Food expert Lee Klein takes a photo of two strawberry and cream cheese Chimichangas who are very contento. His full review is right here somewhere.

If we could be more inviting, you'd already be here at Tacontento

Got twelve mouths to feed? A tribe of your own to please? Then our ancient Mayan harvest table is for you and your hambrientos. Just don't spill any Chipotle Mayonnaise on the ceremonial tapestries. It doesn't blend in. The Salsa Roja or Salsa Verde yes, but not the Chipotle Mayo.
Photo complements of Urban Daddy's uber-great photographer, Greg.

Pork Loin Burritos are on the grill

We debuted our Pork Loin tacos to some friends in preparation for the opening this week. As they say in Spanish, Mmmm rico. Instead of one we give you two stuffed with grilled meats, beans, and guacamole.

Tacontento South Beach's first helping of Tacos de Pollo.....

Opening this weekend! Our gourmet recipes are already bringing out the roosters.

Don't Worry....Be Happy - No te preocupes, Tacontento

The Indefatigable Torta

The classic Mexican sandwich comes with your choice of meat - in this photo it's Pastor, marinated pork with a flurry of pineapple - and a layer of frijoles on one side with guacamole on the other. Try it with cheese and our housemade curtido, freshly pickled jalapenos and carrots. It's indefatigable. Why? You never get tired of torta, of course!

Tacontento on South Florida Dines

South Florida Dines is a great website when you're planning to go out for dinner. Hundreds of restaurants in South Florida are available for great discounts. Check out the listing and see what other great local restaurants like Taverna Opa, Miss Yip Chinese, and Casale Pizza are doing. Buen provecho!

Tacontento on Eater Miami

Eater Miami is talking about Tacontento already.

Tacontento, the Mexican taqueria hailing from Guatemala and 14 other locations in Latin America, is prepping for an early June opening. Translated as "be happy" in English, the taco spot uses no preservatives, no can openers and no freezers. Tortillas are made onsite at a traditional Comal and salsas are prepared daily. There will be outdoor patio seating and a full bar as well. Everything on the menu is under $20. Tacocento's Bar Agave will feature all sorts of cocktails made with, among other things, 100 % blue agave tequila. The restaurant will be open Sunday through Wednesday from noon to midnight and Thursday through Saturday from noon to 1am. [EaterWire]
Tacontento Website

Antojitos Mexicanos (starters):Chicharron de Queso (a house specialty grilled cheese “crispy and rolled up” - $7), Sincronizadas (two flour tortillas filled with ham and cheese and finished with guacamole and pico de gallo - $7) and Ceviche Monterrico (fish, shrimp or mixed - $12). Starters also feature Queso Fundido, Nachos Tacontento, Quesadillas, Flautas and more.
Tacos: Tacos al Pastor (adobe marinated pork slow cooked in open coal fire - $9), Tacos de Pollo (chicken - $9), Tacos de Lomo de Cerdo (pork tenderloin - $9), Tacos de Cochinita Pibil (pulled pork in a spicy sweet 'n' sour sauce - $9), Tacos de Chorizo Mexicano ($9), Tacos de Champinones (vegetable taco with mushrooms and garlic - $8) and more. There are also Specialty Tacos, allowing guests to make their own with tortillas on the side. For example, the Hawaiana Tacos are a combination of pastor, ham, pineapple and melted Mexican cheese - $11.
Mexi-Classics: Enchiladas Verdes (three tortillas stuffed with chicken, Mexican cheese and salsa with fresh tomatillos - $13), a Torta Mexicana (Mexican pirujo bread stuffed with the meat of your choice, cheese, beans and guacamole, served with papas campesinas - $9 - $11) and more.
Booze: Signature sangrias including La Apasionada, Red Mexicali and La Vida Color Rosa. Cabelas and cheladas, Mexican beer mixed with sweet & sour over ice and rimmed with chili tajin, will also be available. Cocktails include La Fuente de la Juventud (cucumber juice, cilantro, jalapeno Tabasco and Cazadores Blanco Tequila), Manojo de Tres (Corralejo Tequila Blanco, apple, ginger, strawberry, Domaine de Canton ginger liqueur, lime and agave nectar), Drunken Angels (Gran Centenario Rosangel Tequila and pomegranate juice) and more.

Bigger Than Life - Trompo de Pastor

13 Different seasonings in a special vinegar and citrus marinade, an onion on top and a pineapple on the bottom, the "Trompo de Pastor" is a work of art. Hints of orange, apple, and vinegar explode in the mouth with an astonishing bouquet of herbs and spices. We could say it's better than sex, but we wouldn't want to get too personal........

Which of the two is the best sincronizada?

Even the two men at left would have to admit the presence of two crisped flour tortillas stuffed with ham and cheese and lots of bright green guacamole would be more than enough to satisfy a man's appetite; even that of two men wearing tutus at Tacontento...

Yes, Our Main Dish is Pork

Thank God for Tacos al Pastor.............

Here Come Tacos

Churrasco Steak, Chorizo, Chicken, and Tacos al Pastor with the shaved pineapple in front. Has Miami beach seen tacos like these? Uh, NO.
[Our apologies to the Adobe Pork Tenderloin, Cochinita Pibil, Shrimp and Fish tacos - they were on vacation when the photo was taken.]

PaQuete Compartas - Platter meaning "You'll have to share"

Add in the 24 tortillas to make 24 tacos, along with the quesadillas, the flautas, the spring onions, and the sauteed veggies and cheese....you're going to have to invite friends.

Meet the Tacontento Salsa Bar

Clockwise from the left, we have fresh cut limes, Pico de Gallo, diced white onion and cilantro, Salsa Verde (tomatillo, or miltomate if you speak Guate), Salsa Roja (Chili de arbol and guajillo), and the avocado salsa. Healthy and irresistable, they'll add kilometros of flavor to your already delicious taco.

Presentation on the Power of Tlalpeno

CALDO TLALPENO

Is it the corn tortilla crisps they give you to dip in the soup that put it over the top? Or the shredded chicken or the garbanzos or the green beans or the rice? Or perhaps the garnish of Guajillo chili, avocado, and Tajo cheese? Perhaps it's the mire-poix of tomato, onion, and green peppers that are cooked in the broth then pureed and returned to the broth?
What am I talking about? It's pronounced Tuh-lau-PAYN-yo stew, and now you have to try it!