Convivir

From Michelin-starred chef Rogelio Garcia, a collection of over 150 recipes for vibrant, contemporary Mexican food in the heart of California’s wine countryConvivir, which means “to live together,” celebrates the flavorful interweaving of traditional Mexican cuisine with the agricultural and artisanal abundance of California’s Napa Valley. Born in Mexico and raised in Northern California, Chef Garcia takes inspiration from the local farms, ranches, and sustainable fisheries, and showcases his gastronomical heritage with more than 150 delectable recipes. Including techniques for making homemade tortillas and tamales, Convivir celebrates a modern take on traditional dishes such as tacos, tostadas, sopes, huaraches, tlacoyos, and tetelas, and features deliciously original recipes like: • Sopes with Sonoma Artichokes Three Ways • Pork Rib Carnitas and Carrot Tamales with Spicy Carrot Salsa • Wild Mushroom Tacos with Al Pastor Sauce • Prawn Ceviche with Choclo, Garnet Yams, and Pears • Huevos Motuleños with Smoked Duck and Mushrooms a la Cazuelita • Agridulce Chicken Wings with Verde Goddess Dressing • Lavender Custard Pie with Masa Sucrée Crust In addition to providing basic techniques, recipe variations, wine-pairing suggestions, and curated menus that focus on traditional Mexican holidays, Convivir invites you to come together in the sacred space of a shared table and delight in the rich culinary history of Mexico.