Post by Moon Seeker on Aug 8, 2008 13:23:20 GMT -5
Cafe Laguna opens doors in Mesa, offers Native American food
David Woodfill, Donna Hogan, Tribune
There are those among us who would probably rather eat their shoes than set foot in another fast-food restaurant. Two brothers in Mesa are challenging the public's perception of fast food with a new eatery at Power Road just south of Baseline Road.
Cafe Laguna serves Native American food based on recipes in Otis and Nick Lara's family.
The Laras, who are members of the Pueblo of Laguna Indian tribe in New Mexico, just started the restaurant with Otis' wife, Carla.
But don't expect any ol' fry bread when you step into Cafe Laguna.
"We added a little twist to it," Otis said.
Rather than making the typical deep-fried bread with powdered sugar often served at fairs, the trio serves its fry bread with chicken, beef, beans and other toppings.
"It's a meal rather than just a pastry," Lara said.
The dining area, which features free wireless Internet access and a 52-inch television set, can seat up to 56 people.
www.eastvalleytribune.com/story/122591
David Woodfill, Donna Hogan, Tribune
There are those among us who would probably rather eat their shoes than set foot in another fast-food restaurant. Two brothers in Mesa are challenging the public's perception of fast food with a new eatery at Power Road just south of Baseline Road.
Cafe Laguna serves Native American food based on recipes in Otis and Nick Lara's family.
The Laras, who are members of the Pueblo of Laguna Indian tribe in New Mexico, just started the restaurant with Otis' wife, Carla.
But don't expect any ol' fry bread when you step into Cafe Laguna.
"We added a little twist to it," Otis said.
Rather than making the typical deep-fried bread with powdered sugar often served at fairs, the trio serves its fry bread with chicken, beef, beans and other toppings.
"It's a meal rather than just a pastry," Lara said.
The dining area, which features free wireless Internet access and a 52-inch television set, can seat up to 56 people.
www.eastvalleytribune.com/story/122591