Category Archives: Recipes

Happy Pisco Sour Day

Posted on February 3, 2011 by Barrio

The first Saturday in February is Pisco Sour Day and this delicious libation is nearly 100 years old. It was first created by the Californian, Victor Morris, at the Morris Bar in Lima, Peru. Pisco is a strong, colorless Grape … Continue reading →

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Happy International Cachaca Day!

Posted on June 12, 2009 by Barrio

Developed in 1543 by a Swiss immigrant, Cachaca is the most popular distilled beverage in Brazil and is the product of the distillation of fermented sugarcane juice. The alcohol strength is usually from 38% – 80% by volume and like … Continue reading →

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The Tequila Sunrise

Posted on May 29, 2009 by Barrio

The great thing about most of the drinks at Barrio is that they also come with a great story. I asked our Bar Manager, Casey Robison, to offer a good one up for our blog…without hesitation, he went with our … Continue reading →

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Steamed Local Mussels Recipe

Posted on March 2, 2009 by Barrio

Many of you have been asking for the recipe to our Steamed Local Mussels…well, here you go! Ingredients 1 Pound Penn Cove Mussels 1 Tablespoon Vegetable Oil 2 Tablespoons White Onions, Minced 2 Teaspoons Garlic, Minced 1 Habanero Chile, Halved … Continue reading →

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What In The World Is Xocalatl Chocolate?!??!

Posted on January 15, 2009 by Barrio

For all you chocolate lovers out there…we have something new for you to try as our homemade churros come with a xocalatl chocolate dipping sauce! In ancient Aztec culture, xocalatl was the drink of the gods. The term translated means … Continue reading →

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