AGRICOLE ON THE ROAD
THIS YEAR, CHEF RYAN PERA, Agricole Hospitality CO-OWNER MORGAN WEBER and culinary director VINCENT HUYNH repped Houston at CHARLESTON WINE + FOOD, serving up trompo tacos at three separate events. THE TEAM drove OUR FAMOUS TROMPO cross country AND showed the folks in Charleston a thing or two about Texas tacos.
The return of the Trompo Wagon
Left to right: Morgan Weber, Ryan Pera, Vincent Huynh
DAY 1: night bazaar
People all over the world (everybody), dig in! New to the festival lineup this year, Charleston Wine + Food transformed Holy City Brewing into a multi-night international market. Guests got to take their taste buds on a culinary world tour as they weaved their way through food stalls and exciting experiences from all corners of the earth. There were live bands, DJ beats, wines, craft brews and cocktails inspired by the flavors of a far-off destination. Our team made fire roasted chicken tacos with pumpkin seed marinade, pickled onion, Fresno chiles, cilantro and duck fat tortillas.
Inside the Beast
Carmelo Duck Fat Tortillas, which were later heated on the plancha.
Day 2: Pop cans, not bottles!
Charleston Wine + Food debunked the myth that wine in cans + kegs can’t compete with their bottled brethren. Complete with delicious bites + views worth ‘gramming, this event didn’t tap out of fun! This day was programmed to be completely seafood and plant-forward in support of a food system that is more sustainable for our planet. Our team served redfish on the half shell, grilled potato salad and salsa verde.
Chef Ryan Pera
Day 3: bourbon on the base
Everyone’s favorite brown water affair was back and took place at the Navy Base. This stunning lawn hosted a festive afternoon tasting experience highlighting some of the US of A’s most coveted bourbons. It was a day of delicious fare + stylish southern bites with a little bit o’ bourbon to unwind into the weekend. Our team served Trompo Pork Tacos with pickled onions, chiles and herbs.
Trompo Talks with Vinny.
The team preparing to serve tacos to the people of Charleston.
Trompo Pork Tacos with pickled onions, chiles and herbs.