Hold onto your sombreros, foodies! Costa Mesa just got a taste of Mexico, and it’s not your ordinary taco stand—it’s the phenomenal Mercado González by Northgate González.
Picture this: 20 vibrant stalls, a symphony of aromas, and a culinary journey that will transport you straight to the heart of Mexican food heaven.
If you’ve ever dreamed of strolling through a mercado in Mexico City, this is your chance, and oh boy, is it a feast for the senses!
Mercado González, opening its doors on November 17, is the brainchild of the genius minds behind Northgate González, a Mexican supermarket empire spanning 43 markets across Southern California.
This mercado takes inspiration from iconic Mexican markets like Mercado de Coyoacán and Mercado Benito Juárez, creating an immersive experience that blends groceries with top-notch dining.
Joshua González, the project manager, waved his magic wand and conjured up a layout that’s as vibrant as a piñata explosion.
Picture burlap sacks of chiles secos, the scent of nixtamal wafting through the air, and a lively atmosphere that’ll make you do the salsa.
Muralist Claudio Limón deserves a round of applause for injecting the market with a festive, Mexican spirit.
No cold aisles here! Mercado González flaunts an open floor plan, where pan dulces, hot tortillas, sweets, and crates of beans compete for your attention.
The aguas frescas stand beckons with slogans like “Las Mejores Frutas de La Temporada” – because who can resist the best seasonal fruit?
But wait, it gets better! The comedores are where the real party’s at. Over 20 puestos serve up regional delights from Jalisco, CDMX, Sinaloa, and more.
Spicy tortas ahogadas, Mexican-style sushi, and taquerías showcasing the best al pastor – it’s a food lover’s dream come true.
For those craving a more lavish dining experience, Maizano and Entre Nos, the new restaurant and bar by Gruppo Apapacho, are ready to impress.
Think modern antojitos, a Mexican haute cuisine approach to classics, and a bar that spans 6,000 square feet. It’s a full-service fiesta accessible through a glass turnstile door, and the menu spans Mexican states like Puebla, Oaxaca, and Yucatán.
Since 1980, Northgate González has been a culinary cornerstone for LA’s Latino community. Now, Mercado González is poised to break into non-Latino neighborhoods, bringing the festive spirit of a Mexican mercado as the ultimate entertainment escape.
But hey, the fiesta doesn’t end at Mercado González. When I’m not indulging in tacos, I’m obsessing over Mexican dinnerware at JCPenney’s Mesa Mia collection. And guess what? You can score up to an extra 25% off your order with a magical coupon code.
Talk about spicing up your kitchen with a dash of Mexican flair!
So, foodies and shoppers alike, gear up for a culinary journey at Mercado González and a shopping spree at JCPenney—because life’s too short for bland meals and dull dinnerware!