Mid-Century Culinary Lore
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While, in retrospect, it seems obvious that Victor Bergeron (aka Trader Vic), at the apex of his Polynesian food empire, would branch out into the popular food culture phenomenon of ‘Tex-Mex,’ the origins of what prompted that action are more nuanced. Living in the 21st century, it seems unthinkable that the synonymous nacho platter could …
To a certain extent, a baked banana is a baked banana. There must be hundreds, if not thousands of minute variations on this classic tropical dessert. The key here with this vintage recipe from Victor Bergeron’s Senor Pico restaurant is the chilled Rum Souffle Sauce. Airy, creamy, not too sweet, with just that underlining hint …
Ingredients 1 onion chopped1 cloves of garlic minced1 tbsp vegetable oil4 cups chicken broth3 tbsp Mexican chili powder1/2 cup flour1 tbsp salt1 can chili sauce Directions Saute onions and garlic. Make a paste with chili powder, flour, salt, chili sauce and a little bit of oil. Add to onions. Slowly integrate broth into sauce, whisking …
I’ve always been a sucker for enchiladas. These enchiladas from Victor Bergeron’s (aka Trader Vic) Senor Pico Tex-Mex restaurant are a perfectly hearty comfort food, elevated by a homemade red enchilada sauce. Ingredients 2 cups cooked chicken chopped1 small onion finely chopped4 olives finely chopped1 cup Senor Pico red enchilada sauce1 tsp salt1 cup grated …
In its heyday, Senor Pico’s was the biggest seller of Tequila in the world and so it goes without saying that Victor Bergeron applied his notorious mixology aptitude towards tequila in the same way he did for rum during the Tiki phenomenon. Here are my three favourites: Senor Pico Tequila Daiquiri I’d be more inclined …
No matter what recipe you decide to try from Senor Pico’s it is a must that you accompany it with this recipe for Mexican-style rice. This flavourful rich rice is easy to make and elevates any Tex-Mex dinner to that level of yum that everyone will enjoy. Ingredients 2 cups of good quality white rice …
To accompany the rich, heavy menu at Senor Pico’s Victor Bergeron offers these two fresh tomato sides to lighten things up. They are actually both quite similar to one another but I tend to favour the salsa recipe of the tomato table sauce. You be the judge. Salsa Ingredients 2 Tomatoes chopped3 canned California chilies …
Perhaps the defining the classic of the Tex-Mex genre, the beef taco. These beef tacos from Senor Pico’s have a traditional flavour profile while still retaining a level of elevation and uniqueness that makes them a worthy addition to anyones treasure chest of Tex-Mex recipes. Partially, that is due to the addition of Mexican chorizo …
This appetizer from Senor Pico’s utilizes the traditional sweet/sour seasoning of a picadillo as the filling for their deep fried taquitos, or small tacos.
Tired of the old go-to nacho platter? Try this vintage ‘chilaquile pie’ recipe from Victor Bergeron’s Senor Pico tex-mex restaurant.
