The Complete Guide to Planning an Authentic Mexican Fiesta (Part I)

Mexican fiesta food menu, authentic Mexican cuisine, Mexican nachos recipe, fajita rolls, taco buffet ideas, Mexican street corn side dish, Mexican rice recipe, rotisserie chicken pollo asado, churros with hot chili chocolate dessert, perfect margarita cocktail recipe

The Feast 

Food Menu 

True Mexican food is at the heart of an authentic Mexican Fiesta. Rich, flavourful, and fresh, Mexican cuisine is an exciting favorite that really inspires guests to dig in and savor its flavors. The cuisine has some spicy and tangy taste notes that take you on a satisfying culinary journey.

Here’s what Spreeh recommends for your Mexican Fiesta menu (click the link for the recipe and scroll through the pictures for some chic plating ideas!):

Ultimate Mexican Nachos

Loaded, crunchy, and finger-lickin’ good Nachos are a permanent fixture in every Mexican fiesta. They make for the most addictive appetizer and they’re easy to make!



Fajitas

A simple but vibrant dish that packs a robust Mexican flavor. You can put together the fajita rolls yourself, or present the appetizer on the table and invite guests to make their own masterpieces!



Taco Buffet

Here’s where you can get really creative! You can include shredded chicken or fish, refried beans, shredded salad, salsa, sour cream, cilantro, and plenty of lime wedges for garnish.



Grilled Mexican Street Corn

Juicy, crispy, creamy, and zesty with a hint of chili, the Mexican street corn makes for a super side dish that really elevates the flavor of the feast in true Mexican fashion.



Mexican Rice

A marvelous Mexican main dish, the tangy tomato rice can be made cheesy or with veggies or with chicken, and it can be prepped as a one pot dish.



Rotisserie Chicken (optional)

If your fiesta favors a non-vegetarian main dish, you can go for an authentic Mexican Rotisserie Chicken Pollo Asado – whole chicken grilled in a tart citrus marinade and rubbed with hot Mexican spices. But you’ll preferably need an outdoor grill or oven with a rotisserie attachment.


Churros with Hot Chili Chocolate for Dessert!

And finally, we have these decadent Mexican doughnuts served with rich, chili-spiked hot chocolate for some delicious dunking!



Drinks Menu  

A fun fiesta favors a fully stocked bar, and we have just the right list of Mexican cocktails & mocktails you need for your Mexican fiesta to be a high-flying success!

The Perfect Margarita

The classic on-the-rocks margarita with the perfect cocktail ration: 3 parts tequila or agave spirit, 2 parts triple sec liqueur, and 1 part freshly squeezed lime juice


Paloma Picante

Paloma’s are cocktails like margaritas with their own citrusy flair. Tart and tangy grapefruit soda are added, along with a pinch of Mexican chili-lime seasoning that artfully decorates the rim of the glass.


Mexican Strawberry Water (Agua de Fresca)

Flavourful and refreshing non-alcoholic fresh fruit waters made with real crushed or blended fruit. A perfect cooling accompaniment with the spicy cuisine.


Watermelon Lime Agua Fresca

A favorite of the Mexicans, the Watermelon Lime Agua Fresca is a refreshing non-alcoholic drink that’s served tall with ice. You can also give it your own spin by adding cantaloupe or honeydew!


Mexican Beer

And for those who prefer to go for their usual chilled beer, you can always serve some Mexican beers such as Sol or Corona that are available in India.