There are a lot of drinks out there that call themselves martinis, but we are proud martini purists: We’re talking gin and dry vermouth, chilled with generous amounts of ice, strained into a martini glass, and garnished with olives or a lemon twist. Fortunately, we found a superlative rendition at Steuben’s (see page 174 to read about Steuben’s master mixologist Randy Layman).

We’ve been braving the line for a taste of authentic-Mexican-with-a-twist flavors since Pinche was only a food truck, but with the addition of a brick-and-mortar eatery (read: liquor license), our taste buds have never been happier.

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