
This month is recognized as National Hispanic Heritage Month. The month centers around the Independence Day celebrations of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and Mexico. We honor the culture, traditions and contributions of citizens that trace their roots to Spain, Mexico and the Spanish-speaking nations of Central America, South America and the Caribbean.
All locations of Havana cafe are offering a 4 Course dinner for $19.95 (plus taxes and gratuity) from September 15th - October 15th, with selections from Latin countries celebrating their independence this month. *Note — the special selections below can be ordered a la carte for lunch.
APPETIZER
PATACONES - Costa Rica
Twice fried green plantain patties with “Salsa Rosada” Dipping sauce and Black Bean dip
CHOICE OF SOUP OR SALAD
GROUNDNUT SOUP - Honduras
A delicious, creamy soup of ground peanuts, cream, sherry and chicken stock, laced with Habanero chiles.
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IGUASHE - Guatamala
Vegetable salad tossed with Squash Seed Sauce. A Mayan recipe from the Spanish Colonial era made without oil or vinegar. A combination of green beans, peas and potatoes served on a bed of mixed spring greens garnished with grape tomatoes.
CHOICE OF ENTRÉE
JOCON - Guatamala
Boneless chicken breast in a zesty green sauce made with green tomatillos, cilantro, scallions and chicken stock, and toasted sesame seeds and squash seeds. Served with Gallo Pinto, red beans and rice from Costa Rica.
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PESCADO a la TIPITAPA - Nicaragua
Tilapia filet dipped in cornmeal, sauteed and topped with a Country style Tomato Sauce, made with onions, tomatoes and sweet bell peppers. Served with Gallo Pinto, red beans and rice
DESSERT
TRES LECHES - Nicaragua
Layer cake soaked in a rich blend of mils and filled with pineapple and Mandarin oranges.
Cheers! Salud! Cin Cin!