“Nine on the Line” is a chef Q&A series asking the same nine questions to different chefs.
From sizzling fajitas to eye-catching enchiladas, Delicias Mexican Grill captures the essence of Mexican cuisine, making it a beloved destination on the south side for locals and visitors alike. Known for its vibrant and welcoming atmosphere, the restaurant offers a diverse menu showcasing traditional dishes crafted with care and expertise.
We chatted with Evelyn Romero, General Manager of Delicias, and got to know her on a different level. So, without further ado, I present Nine on the Line.
1. In what ways does Delicias celebrate Mexican food culture, both in terms of flavors and dining experience?
Mexican food culture is a culinary treasure that offers our customers a great variety of flavors, aromas, and textures to delight our customers’ palates. It’s important for us to maintain the originality of our product, techniques, and process.
2. Can you tell us about the inspiration behind Delicias’ menu and the dishes you offer?
Our menu is inspired by culture and tradition. Three of the main influences in our traditional recipes are the Mayans, Aztecs, and the Spanish.
3. What makes the flavors at Delicias Mexican Grill unique, and how do you stay true to traditional Mexican cuisine?
Delicias Mexican Grill maintains its original and unique flavor by keeping traditional family Mexican recipes that have been passed down from generation to generation. It’s a mix of where the owners are from, Delicias Chihuahua and Obregón Sonora.
We stay true to our cuisine by using only fresh prime materials and products!
4. Are there any signature dishes or fan favorites that customers should be sure to try?
Recommended by our customers and employees our fan-favorite dishes are our molcajetes (hot and cold), fajitas, and large variety of soups that we have all day, every day (pozole, albóndigas, caldo de queso, sopa de tortilla, cocido de res, menudo red and white, carme en su jugo and many more).
5. What role does community play in the culinary journey of Delicias, especially concerning Mexican food traditions?
Our community plays an important role in our culinary journey. They have invited us and considered us to participate in community events that let us reach more people in our community. They also try our Mexican food traditions at our restaurant.
6. Who would you guys most like to cook or eat dinner with?
I would love to cook and have dinner with Gordon Ramsay!
7. What city, other than Tucson, is your favorite place to eat?
I always enjoy eating in Nogales Sonora Mexico.
8. Which Tucson restaurants do you frequent the most, aside from your own?
Aside from Delicias Mexican Grill I enjoy eating at Mr. Baja Fish on Wetmore Road, and Mr. Patrón on Craycroft and 22nd Street.
9. With a figurative electric chair in your immediate future, what menu would make up your last meal?
I would choose to eat la viejona (seafood) from Delicias Mexican Grill!
Delicias Mexican Grill is located at 4581 S. 12th Ave. To keep up with the latest, follow Delicias on Instagram and Facebook.
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Matt Sterner
More about MattAt a very young age, Matt Sterner was gifted with the artistic ability to masterfully roll a burrito to the highest of standards, but the wrapped medley of delicious innards wasn’t his first love. Matt’s first true love was a combination of reading, writing, and creating. He grew up reading comics, the ingredients list of his shampoo and conditioner bottles, choose-your-own-adventure books, and the Scrabble dictionary — something he found useful when challenging his grandmother to a game.
He attended college at New Mexico State University and graduated with a degree in Digital Filmmaking. One of his favorite classes was screenwriting because he became responsible for the story’s birth before it came to life on-screen. After school, Matt took on numerous positions at a local television station in Tucson. From dealing out stories about heartbreak to producing “fluffier” content for a lifestyle broadcast, he learned what it takes to adapt to the many emotions the world of media can stir. Since 2017, Matt has dabbled in the culinary world of Tucson as well as San Diego, California from time to time.
If you’re in the mood for strange stories, head over to his pride and joy, wonkytimes.com. And in case you’re curious — yes, after all of this time, he still manages to roll a killer burrito.
