Celebrate Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) with El Rancho Grande
November 1st
311 Plainfield Ave., Providence, Rhode Island
(401) 275-0808
El Rancho Grande invites you to participate in the Mexican tradition of Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) on Sunday, November 1st.
The tradition of placing ofrendas (special offerings) on an elaborately arranged altar containing pictures, favorite foods, flowers, candles, and personal items in honor and memory of deceased loved ones began 2500-3000 years ago.
El Rancho Grande co-owners, Maria Meza and her son Joaquin Jr, encourage patrons to celebrate their own deceased loved ones’ lives by adding items to an altar, which will be adorning their restaurant from October 29th – November 7th. Non-perishable items left by patrons during that time can be picked up on or after November 7th.
Maria will be sharing her special ofrendas to Josefina and Franciso (Maria’s deceased parents) by offering their two favorite meals to patrons as Dia de los Muertos specials, October 29th – November 7th:
* Mole Almendrado – Succulent pork loin slowly simmered in a almond mole sauce of garlic, onion and tomatoes. Lightly seasoned with dried red pepper and Maria’s special spices. Homemade refried beans and rice on the side. $9.95
* Pollo en Pipian with Tamal de Frijol – Boneless chicken breast cooked in a classic green pumpkin seed sauce, complimented by a rolled up tamale of maza and specially seasoned refried beans. $9.95
Café de Olla (coffee drink made with chocolate and cloves) will be offered to all patrons free-of-charge during the celebration.
About El Rancho Grande
Fulfilling a life-long dream since emigrating from Puebla, Mexico to the United States nearly 40 years ago, Maria Meza opened El Rancho Grande in Providence, RI, with her son, Joaquin Meza Jr., on May 5, 2007. Both are committed to offering traditional Mexican dishes at an affordable price using only the most authentic ingredients possible, often bringing in hard-to-find food products directly from Mexico. Special festive events spotlighting traditional arts and entertainment from Mexico
El Rancho Grande 311 Plainfield Ave., Providence (401) 275-0808
