Corned beef and cabbage is the aroma of St. Patrick’s Day. A spicy whiff of coriander and pepper, garlic and beef that carries a sweet, vegetal steaminess. For a large number of Americans, particularly Irish-Americans, it is a smell that signals the arrival of spring.
In Ireland you are more likely to eat a shamrock sandwich (pint of Guinness) than corned beef – the kosher deli product is practically unknown in the Emerald Isle. Fortunately, Americans – and others – in the lakeside area can enjoy “Irish” holiday dinners at several local eateries that will fully embrace the spirit of this unique holiday on Friday, March 17.
El Bar-Co has corned beef, cabbage, green beer and music by Mike and the Suspects, from 8 p.m. 766-0452.
Hacienda Don Pedro serves corned beef and potatoes or corned beef sandwiches, 2-9 p.m. 766-4906.
Roberto’s cures their own briskets and offers chile poblano soup and key lime mousse to round out the entrees which include roast lamb and chicken. 766-1616.
Los Telares offers chicken in green Poblano sauce or fish filet in cilantro sauce. 766-0428.
Maria Isabel offers a St. Paddy’s day buffet with deviled eggs, gorditas with green pepper rings, guacamole and lots more green items, noon-7 p.m. 766-5157.