As if I needed another reason to love Northern Vermont, El Zorro's opening in a mountain lodge in the cozy village of Jeffersonville (population 568) has only deepened my affections. This alpine cantina caters to the small crowd of locals and après skiers with authentic Mexican dishes featuring house made ingredients. The spicy pepper encrusted ahi tuna tacos were exceptional; the fish benefiting from a delicate sear and intense heat from the pepper crust, complemented by chipotle crema, fresh avocado, red cabbage slaw and sautéed orange fennel. Margaritas with fresh squeezed lime offer a unique take, where mint pairs unexpectedly well with tequila and is completely refreshing, and the apple cider offers the same take in seriously sweet form. Who would have thought four hours north of Boston in the middle of nowhere Vermont (nearby ski mountains include Stowe, Smugglers Notch and Jay Peak) I would eat some of the freshest, spiciest tacos alongside deliciously innovative margaritas!
El Zorro Restaurant & Cantina
87 Edwards Rd.
Jeffersonville, VT 05464
mmm those tacos look good- love ahi tuna!
ReplyDeleteWho knew Vermonters did Mexican so well?! Looks like an excellent meal!
ReplyDeleteThe ahi tuna looks AMAZING!
ReplyDeleteI love how often you get tuna. I just bought a mint plant and was thinking about making mojitos. Maybe I should make minted margs instead! YUM
ReplyDeleteThat ahi tuna looks perfect!
ReplyDeleteEverything looks gorgeous. Great find!
ReplyDeleteThat tuna looks gorgeous! Looks like a fun spot!
ReplyDeletethose tuna tacos look fantastic! sounds like a gem of a place :)
ReplyDeleteThe tuna tacos look amazing!!
ReplyDeletethose tacos look way yummy!
ReplyDeletelove it! boston should take notes!
ReplyDeleteWow, that tuna looks exceptional. Vermont really knows its food!
ReplyDeleteMmm, these look so perfect for summer. And I've been on a taco kick the last few weeks - can't get enough of them! Perfectly seared tuna sure makes a delicious looking filling :)
ReplyDeletePS - I <3 VT!
That looks like a great place!
ReplyDelete568!
ReplyDeleteI like a good spicy taco! Haven't found a good place in Boston, yet. Any recos?
Beautiful photos...I SO want to visit Vermont one day (and not just for the food)!! I'm envious of your proximity.
ReplyDeleteEverything you ate and drank here looks beautiful! I also love Vermont. :)
ReplyDeleteThis place looks AWESOME!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat photos as always! The tacos look amazing.
ReplyDeleteHi just wanted to say that I like your article very much. Please keep up the good posts Thanks a ton! and Have a good day
ReplyDeleteOooh, we go to Jay Peak several times per winter, so I will have to scope this place out. That margarita looks amazing!!
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