Maya (gourmet Mexican by Richard Sandoval)
1191 1st Ave (corner of E 65th St)

Sunday, June 23rd
5:30 PM optional drinks
6:30 PM dinner

$86 prix fixe includes
3 courses, glass of wine, coffee or tea, tax & tip
$96 if payment is received after Wed, June 19 3 PM Thu, June 20
+$10 supplement for non-members and guests

We went to Richard Sandoval’s Asian-Latin fusion restaurant Zengo last month (which I mistakenly labeled as Mexican), and this month we are going to an actual Mexican restaurant. Don’t let the genre of the cuisine lead you astray, however — this is Richard Sandoval first iconic restaurant, and it does not disappoint. Michelin Guide recommended, they write: “Upscale Mexican dining thrives at Chef Richard Sandoval’s muy popular Maya.” Sandoval blends the earthy flavors of his native Mexico with worldly ingredients and creative cooking techniques to create the modern Mexican cuisine at Maya. Carefully crafted, yet bold flavored. Rooted in tradition, yet adventuring into contemporary tastes with an internationally acclaimed blend of authentic Mexican ingredients and innovative culinary techniques. Rated 4.5 stars on OpenTable – out of almost 2,000 reviews.

MENU:

Appetizers (choice of):

• Squash blossom quesadillas (v) corn masa / squash blossom / poblano chiles / oaxaca cheese / three salsas / crema fresca / cotija cheese
• Ceviche de salmón citrus juices / cucumber / red onion / mango / mint
• Pork carnitas tacos adobo pork / caramelized pineapple / onion / cilantro / salsa verde (the chef wanted to showcase these so much that when I was negotiating the menu, they required this to be on it!)

Entrees (choice of):

• Veggie chile relleno (v) roasted poblano pepper / mushrooms / chayote / squash / corn / cauliflower / chipotle entomatada sauce / black bean purée / queso fresco
• Chicken mole poblano chicken breast / cilantro rice / caramelized plantain / mole poblano
• Chipotle camarones tequila flambé shrimp / black bean purée / monterrey cheese huarache / chipotle sauce / frisée salad
• Steak fajitas skirt steak / peppers / onion / panela cheese / morita salsa / homemade corn tortillas

Dessert (choice of):

• Flan de coco coconut milk / blueberry sauce / fresh fruit
• Mexican doughnuts dusted cinnamon sugar / caramel sauce and chocolate sauce on the side
• Seasonal selection of gelato or sorbet

Refund Policy: Due to restaurant deposit and guarantee requirements, our refund policy on restaurant events is very firm:

• 7 days (or more) before an event: you may cancel for a full refund, less a $5 cancellation fee
• 4-6 days before an event: you will receive a credit toward a future event, valid for up to 6 months, less a $10 change fee
• 0-3 days before an event (or if you do not show up): no refund or credit

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