One of my favorite annual events in San Diego is Arts Alive at the San Diego Museum of Art in Balboa Park. It takes place in April every year, and only last a few days. The participating florists select a painting from the museum to interpret in a floral arrangement. This year was as spectacular as ever, with roses found in most arrangements. Katie and I spent Sunday morning at the museum, saw every arrangement, and enjoyed it thoroughly. All that walking around the museum made us hungry, so by accident, because we couldn't find a parking place near our first choice for lunch, we ended up at Lucha Libre in Mission Hills.
Luche Libre means free fighting, and refers to the type of Mexican profession wrestling that the Rojano Brothers, who founded the restaurant, grew up enjoying. They thought the name fit the theme of the restaurant, which was to bring vibrant and exciting food to San Diego. They wanted to offer a unique twist on typical Mexican food. First, they offer about 7 different sauces, for dipping in tortilla chips or putting on tacos and burritos. Chipotle, fruit, mayo based sauce, and several typical salsas in varying degrees of hotness. Perhaps the most interesting taco and quesedilla were the mole ones. Chicken or beef with cilantro and mole. Katie enjoyed that one. The fish taco was great, as was more typical beef and chicken, filled with ingredients like cheese, avocado and salsa. From the TJ menu, one might like the hot dog wrapped in bacon, topped with katsup, mayo and fajitas. All the food is delicious.
Luche Libre has several locations in San Diego. Try it for a twist on typical Mexican food. What a fun day with Katie, who invited me to join her at Balboa Park. I enjoyed lunch at a restaurant new to me, and enjoyed the beauty of gorgeous floral arrangements at Arts Alive.
Wednesday, June 19, 2019
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