TRIBEZA and Fonda San Miguel Celebrate Dieciséis de Septiembre With a Brunch Celebration
On September 15, the TRIBEZA team partnered with Fonda San Miguel to host a celebration of the iconic Austin restaurant's major milestones
On September 15, 2024, the TRIBEZA team partnered with Fonda San Miguel to host a celebration of the iconic Austin restaurant’s major milestones. The gathering commemorated Dieciséis de Septiembre, the upcoming opening of Fonda San Miguel’s new brunch restaurant, Tzintzuntzan, and the restaurant’s forthcoming 50th anniversary. The private brunch, held at Fonda San Miguel, drew in Austinites eager to experience the rich history and exciting future of the beloved establishment.
The event kicked off with tastings of Añejo tequila from Leyenda de Mexico Tequila, setting a celebratory tone for the morning. Guests were treated to a performance by Jorge Tamayo & Friends Musical Trio, accompanied by the legendary “El Gato Negro,” Ruben Ramos, whose music added a vibrant energy to the occasion.
Brunch was served family-style, with an array of dishes that will soon be featured at Tzintzuntzan, the restaurant’s new venture. The menu highlighted authentic Mexican flavors and gave attendees a preview of what to expect when the new brunch spot opens. As guests enjoyed their meal, Fonda San Miguel co-founder Tom Gilliland and Juan Miró of Miró Rivera Architects took the stage to share more about the new restaurant concept and the exciting developments in the restaurant’s future. They emphasized Fonda San Miguel’s commitment to maintaining its legacy while introducing fresh ideas to keep it at the forefront of Austin’s dining scene.
To cap off the celebration, a raffle was held, offering prizes such as bottles of Leyenda de Mexico Tequila, a Fonda San Miguel cookbook, and gift cards to the renowned restaurant. The event provided a fitting tribute to a restaurant that has shaped Austin’s culinary landscape for nearly five decades while looking ahead to its bright future with Tzintzuntzan.
