The McAllen Chamber, H-E-B, and Tres Lagos are planning the 3rd annual Tacos ‘n Tequila Craft Cocktail Showcase. This event will be held at Tres Lago, 4350 Tres Lagos Blvd, McAllen, TX., on Friday, March 13 at 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., the night before the 9th annual “Sizzling in the Tropics” BBQ Cook-off, and will feature 10 of our areas top local restaurants creating custom craft cocktails with el Afan Tequila. The event will also feature tacos made by The Republic of the Rio Grande, Palenque Grill, and H-E-B which will feature shrimp, fish, beef, and quesadillas this year. We will have them served to guests as they enjoy the delicious craft cocktails and a live musical performance.
Anyone 21 years and over can enjoy Tacos ‘n Tequila for $35 or pay $45 presale and attend the “Sizzling in the Tropics” BBQ Cook-off scheduled for the following day, Saturday, March 14 from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. The cook-off will feature 30 of our local BBQ Cook-off teams competing to see who creates the best Chicken Wings, Pulled Pork, Ribs, Brisket, Charro Beans and Pan de Campo. Attendees can sample all the meats plus enjoy a beverage garden and live music performed by four local bands. The cook-off will also feature a classic car show by the South Texas MOPAR Car Club. Anyone wanting to attend only the “Sizzling in the Tropics” BBQ Cook-off can attend for $20. Children 10 and under accompanied by an adult eat free!
Tacos ‘n Tequila is scheduled for Friday, March 13 from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and “Sizzling in the Tropics” BBQ Cook-off & Car Show is scheduled for Saturday, March 14, 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m.
Presented by: H-E-B, Tres Lagos, L&F Distributors, Greater State Bank, SpawGlass, Clark Chevrolet, Clark/Knapp Honda, McAllen International Airport, Grande Produce, The Monitor and the City of McAllen.
Cocktails provided by the Republic of the Rio Grande, Costa Messa, Bodega Kitchen & Tavern, La Uno, The Yard on Dallas Ave., University Drafthouse, and El Divino
Food provided by the Republic of the Rio Grande, Palenque Grill, La Costa, Costa Messa, and H-E-B.
Desserts provided by C.C.'s Sweets & Tweets, and SmallCakes
For more information, please contact Gerry Garcia at the Chamber at 682-2871.