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A cantina-style celebration of Mexican food and drink, entertaining, and Hollywood culture in 100 recipes for nachos, tacos, and Danger Dogs plus cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks from the legendary actor, restaurateur, and author of the acclaimedTrejos Tacos.

The cantina is the place where families, friends, and colleagues gather to celebrate. InTrejos Cantina, beloved actor and restaurateur Danny Trejo shares recipes for snacks and drinks that celebrate his traditions and spirit. Along with mouthwatering recipes that make all people feel welcome, fromplant-based (Vegan Tamales)andvegetarian(Fight Night Nachos;Mexican Grilled Caesar) to meaty faves(Chorizo Smash Burgers; Tijuana-Style Birria), there are also dozens of inventive takes on classic cocktails includingspicy Margaritas andOaxacan Moscow Mulesas well as dozens of thirst-quenching non-alcoholic drinks such asAgua Frescas(Pineapple, Guava Lime, Mango), aTamarind Fizz, and aCacao Chile Smoothie.

Danny includes helpful tips like how to build a booze-free bar, how to master the tamale, how to mix-and-match salsas, and much more. He also reminisces about his upbringing in Los Angeles,from barhopping with uncles on Olvera Street to his memories of sneaking into movie theaters to cool off and watching films wide-eyed and inspired.

Dannys approach to entertaining is accessible, celebratory, and empowering to cooks of all skill levels.Trejos Cantina, at its heart, is about living to the fullest, and about how no matter what happens, you need to eat well, drink with gratitude, and celebrate life.