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Leading the talented team at Milpa, Elia Herrera expands upon the lessons instilled in her by her mother and grandmother, both chefs themselves, as well as the flavours and techniques of her native Veracruz.
For those that enjoy all the vibrancy of Mexican cuisine, a new eatery has been added to Vancouver’s ranks. Opening last month in Gastown, Monarca Cocina Mexicana has already established itself as a worthy rival to all the rest, serving up a modernized Mexican menu of fresh and punchy flavours in a contagiously lively interior.
Chef Francisco Higareda believes that, while expensive to source, these centuries-old ingredients are essential to the preservation of Mexican cuisine and culture.
