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Home » Birria

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Posted inBlogs

Gut check: The Mexican haggis at Taqueria y Birrieria Morelia

by Mike Sula December 9, 2013August 19, 2021

A new spot specializes in the saute of minced goat organs known as montalayo, plus birria, and ethereal house-made tortillas.

Posted inBlogs

One Bite: salsa de molcajete at Masa Azul

by Mike Sula November 27, 2012August 19, 2021

This simple snack is a sign of how far the Logan Square tequila bar has come under Jonathan Zaragoza

Posted inBlogs

Jonathan Zaragoza to command kitchen at Masa Azul

by Mike Sula August 20, 2012August 19, 2021

The Prince of Chivo starts cooking at the tequila-focused restaurant Masa Azul in mid-September

Posted inBlogs

Birrieria Zaragoza dos opens next week

by Mike Sula April 26, 2012August 19, 2021

A second branch of the great Michoacan-style roasted goat restaurant is opening in Melrose Park

Posted inFood & Drink

Neighborhood Tours

by David Hammond, Mike Sula, Laura Levy Shatkin, Anne Ford and Gary Wiviott September 3, 2009August 19, 2021

Mexican restaurants in Pilsen and Little Village

Juan Zaragoza with sons Jonathan and Tony
Posted inFood & Drink

Omnivorous: A Connoisseur of Chivo

by Mike Sula July 17, 2008August 19, 2021

Before opening his birrieria in Chicago, Juan Zaragoza returned to Jalisco to study under a master.

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