Menu: A Summer Fiesta

Succulent tacos, spicy salsas, and slow-simmered rice and beans—these classic Mexican dishes are some of what we love most about the country's cuisine. Gather friends to savor the summer with cool and creamy avocado soup, pan-fried crabs smothered in a smoky chipotle sauce, juicy carne asada tacos, frosty margaritas, and more authentic recipes from our August/September Mexico Issue.

The Menu

More About This Menu

Many of the ingredients for these recipes, if not available in your neighborhood, can be ordered online through sites like marxfoods.com or mexgrocer.com. For more about some of the special ingredients you'll find in these dishes, see The Mexican Pantry »
You can make your own tortillas or buy them; browse some of the store-bought brands we liked best in our Tortilla Buying Guide »
Frosty margaritas are a must with this menu. We always love a classic margarita on the rocks, but there are infinite variations on this popular drink�for more, see our collection of Party-Ready Margarita Recipes. And to help you choose the perfect tequila, we've collected some of our favorite bottles in Tequila for All »
For a festive playlist, check out our picks on Spotify »