One of the most celebrated holidays in the springtime in America, Cinco de Mayo, is quickly approaching. Ensuring your restaurant is properly equipped with the right ingredients is key in guaranteeing your celebration is a fiesta, not a siesta.
Don’t worry - the Ben E. Keith team has you covered!
It’s Margarita Time
No matter what your restaurant may serve, people will be ready for a margarita on Cinco de Mayo. Your customers are always looking for unique selections of these tasty beverages, so don’t be scared to try new and exciting flavors. Add some spice, try out different fruits, add exotic herbs, just a tweak here and there to this Cinco menu staple, can you make you stand out from the crowd. Market your margarita list on the menu in a prevalent way, have a specialty margarita just for Cinco, but also have your tried and true house margarita ready to serve using our delicious Markon Ready Set Serve Lime Juice and Margarita Mix. Using this time and labor-saving item will taste just like the bartender hand-squeezed every lime fresh for you!
Appetizers
A variety of Mexican-inspired appetizers is always a huge hit. Have a plentiful supply of our Gran Sabor chips and salsa for patrons as soon as they are seated to peruse the menu. Try some new queso ideas, from chili con carne to queso fundido. Our knowledgeable and creative Culinary team here at BEK can surely help you design some great ideas to spice up your appetizer offerings. (Gran Sabor flipsnack link)
Avocados
Behind margaritas, avocados are one, if not the most, important ingredient to have in your arsenal for authentic Cinco de Mayo feast. These delicious superfoods are quietly becoming one of the most popular and versatile pieces in the Mexican kitchen. You can use them for a delicious bowl of guacamole, a great condiment for tacos, a delicious sauce for enchiladas, or even an avocado margarita! They are one of the hottest trends in the food business, so make sure your team is well stocked up. Markon has several RSS avocado products available to set your team up for plenty of avocado-themed items. (link here to Markon)
The sky is the limit on creating a Mexican-inspired menu that will make diners keep coming back for more. Getting off to the right start with these staples will make your Cinco celebration a successful one. As always, if you have any questions regarding these tips or need menu inspiration, don’t hesitate to contact your local Ben E. Keith sales rep.
One of the most celebrated holidays in the springtime in America, Cinco de Mayo, is quickly approaching. Ensuring your restaurant is properly equipped with the right ingredients is key in guaranteeing your celebration is a fiesta, not a siesta.
Don’t worry - the Ben E. Keith team has you covered!
It’s Margarita Time
No matter what your restaurant may serve, people will be ready for a margarita on Cinco de Mayo. Your customers are always looking for unique selections of these tasty beverages, so don’t be scared to try new and exciting flavors. Add some spice, try out different fruits, add exotic herbs, just a tweak here and there to this Cinco menu staple, can you make you stand out from the crowd. Market your margarita list on the menu in a prevalent way, have a specialty margarita just for Cinco, but also have your tried and true house margarita ready to serve using our delicious Markon Ready Set Serve Lime Juice and Margarita Mix. Using this time and labor-saving item will taste just like the bartender hand-squeezed every lime fresh for you!
Appetizers
A variety of Mexican-inspired appetizers is always a huge hit. Have a plentiful supply of our Gran Sabor chips and salsa for patrons as soon as they are seated to peruse the menu. Try some new queso ideas, from chili con carne to queso fundido. Our knowledgeable and creative Culinary team here at BEK can surely help you design some great ideas to spice up your appetizer offerings. (Gran Sabor flipsnack link)
Avocados
Behind margaritas, avocados are one, if not the most, important ingredient to have in your arsenal for authentic Cinco de Mayo feast. These delicious superfoods are quietly becoming one of the most popular and versatile pieces in the Mexican kitchen. You can use them for a delicious bowl of guacamole, a great condiment for tacos, a delicious sauce for enchiladas, or even an avocado margarita! They are one of the hottest trends in the food business, so make sure your team is well stocked up. Markon has several RSS avocado products available to set your team up for plenty of avocado-themed items. (link here to Markon)
The sky is the limit on creating a Mexican-inspired menu that will make diners keep coming back for more. Getting off to the right start with these staples will make your Cinco celebration a successful one. As always, if you have any questions regarding these tips or need menu inspiration, don’t hesitate to contact your local Ben E. Keith sales rep.