This low key neighbourhood eatery is the kind of place aspiring chefs-at-home should visit regularly. The menu is simple in that "I can totally make this at home!" way, yet will unfailingly manage to inspire you in your own kitchen by showing you creative flavour combinations.
My first visit to Zocalo was in the midst of last year's very hot summer. I was impressed right off the bat by the friendly server's offering of freshly made iced tea. Not only was it made to order, it was also sweetened to my liking. I almost had regrets of not ordering my own after tasting a spoonful of my lunch date's soup of the day, but quickly changed my mind when my humongous deconstructed chicken salad sandwich arrived. It both looked and tasted delicious.
Apparently, the winter menu is now in effect. Sounds like the perfect time to go back for some new inspiration!