The best bites we had in May
Why it matters: Good food should be shared!
Here are our picks:
🐟 Alayna: The miso-glazed black cod at Matsuhisa in Cherry Creek has been on my mind since my first bite. Its caramelized crust gives way to a buttery, flaky interior, striking a scrumptious balance between sweet and savory.
🌮 Esteban: It's an odd pairing, but the taco de mercado at Uptown's Xiquita Restaurante y Bar includes a duck fat-cured ribeye slice topped with cilantro and French fries wrapped in a freshly made tortilla. It's a tasty spin on a traditional taco.
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