{"id":21703,"date":"2020-12-07T03:29:49","date_gmt":"2020-12-07T10:29:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/?p=21703"},"modified":"2020-12-07T03:29:49","modified_gmt":"2020-12-07T10:29:49","slug":"new-latin-inspired-restaurant-ofrenda-opens-in-cave-creek","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/phoenix-food-and-restaurant-news\/new-latin-inspired-restaurant-ofrenda-opens-in-cave-creek","title":{"rendered":"New Latin-Inspired Fine Dining Restaurant, Ofrenda, Opens in Cave Creek"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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A feast for the senses awaits dinner guests as they walk through the elegant doors of Ofrenda, the latest restaurant concept from the creative minds behind the landmark Taco Guild in Phoenix.<\/p>\n\n\n

Ofrenda\u2019s architecture and design feature custom artisan-crafted d\u00e9cor, combined with modern touches for an aura reminiscent of luxurious villas in Mexico. <\/p>\n\n\n

Great attention was put into every detail from the commissioning of hand-kilned stoneware in Mexico to incorporating a harmony of traditional textiles and textures.  <\/p>\n\n\n

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Ofrenda, translated from Spanish means, offering, and is often used today to describe altars of remembrance. This new restaurant aims to offer its guests an experience of food and atmosphere that will be remembered. <\/p>\n\n\n

The Cave Creek establishment will have one of the most extensive spirits and wine lists in Arizona along with a fresh, bold, and decadent Latin-influenced menu. <\/p>\n\n\n

Guests will sit on serape-upholstered seats at hand-crafted rosewood tables while eating from handmade bowls and plates that celebrate artisans and craftsmanship.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n

Michael Stone, owner of Taco Guild, and Carlos Marquez are launching the new concept in the location previously leased by Marquez\u2019s Indigo Crow. The two have been itching to get together and formalize a partnership for quite some time. SVC Restaurant Group is the developer for the project.<\/p>\n\n\n

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After several conversations, we came to a decision. Both Carlos and I experienced some recent tragic losses in our lives, and then the pandemic.

We decided to change the concept to something more meaningful; something that reflects our intent and feeling for the brands we create.

Like all our restaurants, we want the atmosphere, the food, and the design to all tell a story.<\/p>

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– Michael Stone, owner of Taco Guild<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n

The name for Ofrenda comes from tradition rooted in Aztecan culture nearly 3,000 years ago when families created altars to honor the eternal souls of loved ones.<\/p>\n\n\n

It originated as a mixture of pagan Aztecan practices and Christianity when Spanish explorers traveled from Europe to Central America. In the Southwest, the observance takes place Nov. 1 and is celebrated in modern times as D\u00eda de Los Muertos, or Day of the Dead.<\/p>\n\n\n

Michael and I wanted to create this as a way to honor loved ones and those we still hold dear, whether they are close to us or far away. Ofrenda celebrates life and all those who have touched us profoundly. It\u2019s a place to make new memories while cherishing loved ones far and near.<\/p>
– Carlos Marquez<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n

A focal point of the restaurant is an ofrenda that guests see as they enter. An intricately designed metal marigold is the cornerstone of the altar, which also includes candles and photos. <\/p>\n\n\n