NOW ON DON JULIO’S MENU: CHEF FLORENCIO RODRIGUEZ’S GRANDMOTHER’S TAMA CHILE

A Family Tradition Brought to Life

We’re thrilled to introduce a delicious new dish to Don Julio’s menu: Tama Chile! This special recipe comes straight from the heart—and the kitchen—of Chef Florencio Rodriguez, inspired by his grandmother’s cherished cooking. Now, he’s bringing this family tradition to your table, so you can experience the same authentic flavors he grew up loving.

Today, Chef Florencio takes you behind the scenes to show how this incredible dish is made, step by step. It’s rich, flavorful, and unlike anything you’ve ever tasted!

Step 1: The Perfect Chile Relleno

The foundation of this dish is a perfectly battered and fried chile relleno. Chef Florencio carefully slices a fresh chile in half and stuffs it with queso Oaxaca, a creamy, melty cheese that enhances every bite.

“The way the cheese melts inside the chile is absolutely incredible!” – Chef Florencio

Step 2: Stuffing the Tamale

Next comes the tamale, an essential part of this unique dish. After stuffing the chile with cheese, Chef Florencio takes it a step further—placing the chile inside a tamale. The combination of fluffy masa, smoky chile, and gooey cheese creates a fusion of flavors and textures that’s simply irresistible.

Even Chef Florencio admits—by this stage, he’s already hungry!

Step 3: Layering with Salsa Ranchera

The base of the dish starts with a generous layer of salsa ranchera, made from scratch with bold, savory flavors. The stuffed chile relleno is then placed on top, followed by an extra drizzle of salsa to ensure every bite is packed with deliciousness.

Pro tip: Love extra salsa? Just ask for more when you visit Don Julio!

Step 4: The Final Touch—Crema Agria

To finish it off, Chef Florencio drizzles crema agria (Mexican sour cream) on top. This adds the perfect tangy contrast, balancing out the richness of the tamale and chile relleno.

“A light drizzle creates the perfect balance of flavors.” – Chef Florencio

Of course, you can adjust the crema to your liking!

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A Tribute to Family & Tradition

For Chef Florencio, Tama Chile is more than just a dish—it’s a tribute to his grandmother’s culinary legacy. Every bite tells a story of love, tradition, and authentic Mexican flavors.

We’re honored to bring this special family recipe to Don Julio’s menu and share it with you.

Now Available – Try Tama Chile Today!

Ready to experience this one-of-a-kind dish? Visit Don Julio’s today and order Chef Florencio Rodriguez’s Tama Chile—now available on our menu!

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Stay tuned for more behind-the-scenes recipes from Chef Florencio’s kitchen, where tradition meets innovation!