Penca celebrates Día de los Muertos with a six-course dinner on Saturday, November 1. The event honors loved ones who have passed through flavors, artistry, and remembrance. Guests will gather at 7 p.m. for an intimate, one-night experience inside the restaurant’s transformed dining room at 50 E. Broadway Blvd.
Each course highlights traditional ingredients and regional Mexican influences. Chef-inspired dishes connect heritage and storytelling while optional beverage pairings enhance the evening.
A Menu of Reflection and Flavor
The special tasting menu captures the spirit of Día de los Muertos through a balance of tradition and creativity.
- Amuse: Fig and black currant bite
- Cheese: Fruit, nuts, and cheeses
- Soup or Salad
- Mole Negro: Vegan or guajolote (turkey)
- Entree: Vegan or fish entree
- Dessert: A selection
A Feast for the Senses
Penca’s dining room will feature an ofrenda, flowers, and symbolic décor that honor the artistry of the Mexican holiday. The setting invites guests to experience a night of culinary reflection and cultural connection.
Optional mezcal and wine pairings are available. Festive attire is encouraged. For reservations, visit Eventbrite.
Penca is located at 50 E. Broadway Blvd. For more information, visit pencarestaurante.com.
Article written by:
Jackie Tran
More about JackieJackie Tran is a Tucson-based food writer, photographer, culinary educator, and owner-chef of the now-closed food truck Tran’s Fats. Although he is best known locally for his work for Tucson Foodie, his work has also appeared in publications such as Bon Appétit, National Geographic, and the New York Times.
An adventurous foodie, he enjoys culinary experiences ranging from seasonal omakase to sloppily devouring green chili patty melts in his car afterhours. His favorite foods include aguachile, garlic noodles, and leftover fried chicken illuminated by the fridge light. His favorite drinks include morning micheladas, fireside imperial stouts, candle-lit negroni, and grassy mezcales.
Outside of food, he also loves playing musical instruments, karaoke, Tetris, Super Smash Bros. Melee, and petting Addie’s dog Spaghetti.
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