Evangelistas: New Mexican Cookbook

Here is the latest in Southwestern cuisine with a southern East Coast twist. EVANGELISTA'S NEW MEXICAN COOKBOOK is a culinary treasure of more than 150 recipes, from appetizers to festival specialties. The creative chef and owner of Lista's restaurant in Virginia Beach, Virginia, Ruben Evangelista combines the heritage of his New Mexico-Colorado childhood with the current eclectic tastes of Tidewater, Virginia. Filled with folksy tidbits about Southwestern foods, EVANGELISTA'S NEW MEXICAN COOKBOOK takes the reader beyond the usual Mexican or Southwestern bill of fare. Unique and unusual food offerings include such specialties as Mussels Verde, P B & J's, Atun Blanca (Fresh Tuna Salad Southwestern-style), Crabmeat and Broccoli Nachos, Lobster Flan, Scallops Aduvada, Cilantro Chicken, Pollo y Langusta (Chicken and Lobster), and Salsa Ananas (Fresh Pineapple Sauce). Of course, time-honored favorites such as tamales, fajitas, enchiladas, and tacos, with a contemporary influence, have not been forgotten. Your mouth will water in anticipation as you browse through Ruben's samplings of culinary delights and anecdotes. EVANGELISTA'S NEW MEXICAN COOKBOOK is indeed a quick flavor trip to good eating!