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California Caribbean In Alamo Square

Hosted by Emillio

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The experience in a nutshell

Type of the event

Dinner, Caribbean

Number of guests

6 to 10

Time of the event

7:00 PM (2.5 hours)

The host speaks

English, Spanish

Hosted by Emillio

Verified host
4.9/5(74)
It is no coincidence that my last name, Mesa, translates to “table.” I was born to be a host. Why are sit-down dinners so powerful? The underlying main ingredient is the community aspect. Every guest is a surprise. It tears down people’s perceptions of borders, allowing them to meet and “break bread” with different nationalities, races, genders, and socioeconomic backgrounds. The best way to make lasting memories, in a new city, is through a dinner party. **Please let me know if you have any food allergy/restrictions. **I only cook with fresh/seasonal ingredients.
Languages: English, Spanish

Menu

The Welcome Cocktail
Sunset on the Mesa

A blend of passion fruit, mango, and apricot juices, mixed with vodka with a drizzle of rose-hibiscus syrup.

Appetizer
Hand-Crimped Fresh Empanadas

Filled with ground turkey, lentils, tomatoes and mixed-olives.
All homemade. Lightly fried in vegetable oil. Served with homemade salsa verde.



Main (Served Family-Buffet Style)
Slow Roasted Chicken & Shrimp in Red Wine Sofrito Sauce

Oven roasted chicken and shrimp served with homemade sauce: mixed tomatoes, chickpeas, onions, garlic, cilantro, olive oil and red wine

Spanish Yellow Rice

A classic cooked with turmeric, saffron, onions, garlic, and chicken broth with a hint of lemon.

The San Francisco Salad

Thanks to the Farmer’s Market, it celebrates the city’s vibrant flavors. It’s always different, because I take advantage of seasonal ingredients at the peak of their freshness

Dessert


The "Coquito." If you like coconut, you’ll love this! It's a thick and creamy (like melted ice-cream) drink that mixes coconut milk with sweet cream of coconut, almond milk, cinnamon and rum. This rich, authentic recipe is a tradition during Christmas in the Caribbean. Served over ice, with a large cinnamon stick.

Drinks & Beverages

Cocktail, Guests can bring alcohol

What to expect

JulieAugust 2021
5/5
A wonderful evening! The food was delicious, the venue lovely, but what really made this special was Emilio himself. Warm, intelligent, funny, sweet….everything one could hope for in a host. Many, many good stories shared and a wonderful memory made! It was a special evening.
LeanneJuly 2021
5/5
All I can say is wow! Having dinner at Emilio's was one of the highlights of my family's trip to San Francisco. The thing that stood out the most was the incredible graciousness and hospitality of Emilio. From the moment we arrived, he made us feel right at home. The other guests there were extremely friendly and interesting. I will never forget how comfortable Emilio made us feel. And the food and drinks were terrific!! Don't miss Emilio's coconut rum drink!! Thanks Emilio!
MarkJune 2021
5/5
This was an AMAZING experience. If you select this for a delicious, home cooked meal, you will not be disappointed. But is it SO much more than that. The opportunity to be in Emillio's gorgeous home - meeting interesting new people - and sipping tropical cocktails by the fire? Emillio is the ultimate host - and then some! Part chef - part host - part comedian - and part talk show host. My adult children joined with me and were completely captivated by the whole experience. Thank you Emillio! Your energy and hospitality are AMAZING!
ByronJune 2021
5/5
The highlight of our trip to San Francisco! Emillio is an amazing host and went above and beyond to make our night special. The conversation was nonstop, insightful and genuine. The food was delicious, plentiful and his signature empanadas and Coquito are amazing! Emillio’s home is bright, inviting & comfortable, and the cocktails were delightful! We stayed longer then I expected and we left with the warm feeling that we now have a friend in San Francisco.... and knowing that Emilio definitely now has friends in Syracuse, NY. These are the experiences in life that you can’t put a price on. Thank you Emillio!

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$96 Price per guest
4.9/5(74)

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