Lunch at Camacho Garage in New Haven CT

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Mexican Street Food at Camacho Garage

We were finally able to visit Camacho Garage, the newest location from the team behind the award-winning Geronimo Tequila Bar and Southwest Grill, Shell & Bones Oyster Bar and Grill, and Nantucket’s Bar Yoshi! The restaurant is operated under the ownership team of co-owners Robert Bolduc and Marc Knight, and Executive Chef/co-owner, and Camacho Garage's namesake, Arturo Franco-Camacho.

Camacho Garage in New Haven

The restaurant features Mexican street food type dishes along with a bar menu that highlights beer, specialty cocktails, tequila, mezcal and other traditional and inspired Mexican beverages. 

Camacho Garage on Fountain Street in New Haven CT

Located in the Westville neighborhood of New Haven at 36 Fountain Street (corner of Fountain Street and Central Avenue) the restaurant offers a fun and lively atmosphere with an elevated vintage garage theme throughout its indoor and outdoor dining areas. 

Vintage Texaco Sign at Camacho Garage

Due to the 2020 pandemic, the restaurant has positioned tables with ample room to allow for dining at safe distances, and has many lucite dividers in place, at both the bar and in the main dining room between several booths. 

Inside Dining Room at Camacho Garage

How perfect for safe dining and social distance practices! In addition to the bar area and inside dining room, Camacho Garage also offers four season outdoor dining, with heaters for the colder weather!

The Bar at Camacho Garage in New Haven

We started with some cocktails from their specialty cocktail menu, from the "high octane" selections (with a nod to the restaurant's garage / petro theme) the King Julien's Pisco Sour, made with Barsol Pisco, Tamarind, Lime, and Egg Whites (so good...and sooo tart)

King Pisco Sour 

... and a Siamese Dream, made with Espolon Reposado, Hibiscus, Lime, Elderflower, and Strawberry. What a perfect pick!

Siamese Dream

For starters, we shared a Quesadilla de Huitlacoche made with wild mushrooms, corn truffle, epazote, onions, chihuahua cheese, and avocado, and you can put your own stamp on it by adding any of the following: chorizo, guacamole, shrimp, chicken, steak, or lobster (for additional costs). We decided to go seafood ALL THE WAY and added both shrimp AND lobster, because we're smart like that!

Quesadilla de Huitlacoche with shrimp and lobster

For our lunch we went with tacos, and a side of Mexican Street Corn. OMG - it was so good! I couldn't believe that corn (that is definitely out of season in February in Connecticut!) could taste this amazing! 

Camacho Garage Mexican Street Corn

Camacho Garage's street corn is dusted with a seasoning of chipotle mayo, cotija, ancho power, and just a hint of lime.  Be sure you order one!

The tacos were equally good! We ordered the Fish Tacos, made with beer battered cod, red cabbage slaw, crema, salsa verde, and pico de Gallo!

Camacho Garage Fish Tacos with Beer Battered Cod

... and the Camaron Ala Diabla, made with shrimp, arbol salsa, Chihuahua cheese, and pico de Gallo. 

Camaron Ala Diablo made with Spicy Arbol Salsa and Shrimp

We followed up with dessert, and decided to share the delicious Tres Leches Cake! For those not familiar with tres leches cake, it translates to 'milk cake' and is made with a variety of different milks, such as condensed milk, evaporated milk, and heavy cream. 

Tres Leches at Camacho Garage

Served with a shortbread cookie, a dollop of creamy ice cream, and accompanied by fresh fruit, it had just the right amount of silky richness to end our lunch on. 

Quite honestly, everything was delicious, from the high octane cocktails, to the savory dishes, to our sweet and happy ending! 

Stacked Quesadilla at Camacho Garage

Camacho Garage is a perfect place to  enjoy a delicious lunch, dinner, or share some small plates with friends and family! Next time we're there we're anxious to try the duck and lamb items, and some of the Middle East inspired menu items. Let's face it, we know everything will be amazing if it has Chef Arturo's hand in it!

Vintage Neon Mobil Gas sign at Camacho Garage

Reservations are accepted via OpenTable.com, or by contacting the restaurant at 203-691-1969.

Camacho Garage

36 Fountain Street

New Haven, Connecticut

203.691.1969

https://camachogarage.com

About Camacho Garage:

Camacho Garage brings acclaimed Executive Chef/co-owner Arturo Franco-Camacho’s exciting and unique tastes of contemporary Mexican street food to the lively Westville neighborhood in New Haven, Connecticut.  With a small plates food menu heavily focusing on tacos with housemade corn tortillas, ceviches, salads, tostadas and guacamole made with fresh, local and seasonal ingredients, the complementing beverage program offers an extensive and unique menu of beer, wine, cocktails, tequila, mezcal and other traditional and inspired Mexican beverages.  Located at 36 Fountain Street, the restaurant, with a sophisticated, vintage garage atmosphere, features indoor dining with a large bar area, outdoor dining with fire pits, a large shipping container bar and a heated, covered pergola, as well as takeout and catering services.  For more information, visit www.camachogarage.com.  The restaurant can also be found on Facebook (@camachogarage), Instagram (@camachogarage) and Twitter (@camachogarage).
 

About Chef Arturo Franco-Camacho:

The Executive Chef for Geronimo Tequila Bar and Southwest Grill, Shell & Bones Oyster Bar and Grill and Camacho Garage, Arturo Franco-Camacho (Franco) is a veteran of the Connecticut food scene whose extensive repertoire spans from five years as Chef de cuisine on the prestigious QE2 to opening several of his own successful restaurants (Roomba, Bespoke, and Suburban) in New Haven and Branford, CT.  He has also served as Guest Chef at the Director’s Dinner at the Sundance Film Festival.  
 
Chef Franco’s cuisine has been recognized as “Excellent” in the New York Times, and has received accolades from Connecticut Magazine, Yankee Magazine, Zagat and on Food Network’s “Food Nation with Bobby Flay.”  He has been nominated for Chef of the Year by the Connecticut Restaurant Association and has been recognized as an Ambassador Chef by the annual Greenwich Wine + Food Festival.  Chef Franco is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America.

Disclaimer: We were invited to Camacho Garage by members of their management and marketing team, however, the views and opinions expressed herein are our own.

 

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Shubert Theatre's Virtual Winter After-School Camp

With so many activities on hold and kids looking for after-school activities to keep busy, connect, make friends and have fun, The Shubert Theatre in New Haven is hosting an after-school virtual camp for students for four weeks in February.  

Photo Courtesy Shubert Theatre

The goal is to provide self-contained after school activities that are age-appropriate to keep them busy!
 
Built on a foundation of Create/Move/Play, campers will tap into their imaginations during creative interactive activities while making new friends and building self-confidence. Tuition includes:

• 3 live, after-school sessions per week

• Box of activity supplies (to be picked up before camp starts at the Shubert)

• Shubert Winter Camp T-Shirt 

Activities planned for the four weeks include character creation, storytelling, arts and crafts projects, character movement, wellness activities, kindness projects, theatre games and FUN – with the goal of being fully completed with only the help of the live, virtual camp teacher and fellow campers!  With activities perfect for 2nd through 8th graders, campers will be broken down by grade to offer age-specific activities, friends and encouragement for a fun and engaging virtual camp experience!

Available Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays
from 3:30–5:00pm during two sessions:

• Session 1: weeks of February 1 and 8, 2021
• Session 2: weeks of February 15 and 22, 2021

 

Sign up for one or both sessions!

 

For more information see http://www.shubertcamp.com/

The Shubert's Virtual Winter After-School Camp is an arts enrichment and wellness program, designed to keep students engaged while parents finish their work day.

Information courtesy of Splash PR

2020 Holiday Offerings at the Shubert Theatre in New Haven

The Show Must Go On - At New Haven's Shubert Theatre!

The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to celebrate then by supporting the arts with virtual shows presented by the The Shubert Theatre now through January 3, 2021:

The Hip Hop Nutcracker

December 19, 2020 at 7:00pm

Recorded Live at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, The Hip Hop Nutcracker is a holiday mash-up for the entire family. Directed and choreographed by Jennifer Weber, The Hip Hop Nutcracker is a contemporary dance spectacle set to Tchaikovsky’s timeless music. A unique and joyful event, this evening-length production is performed by a supercharged cast of a dozen all-star dancers, a DJ, a violinist, and MC Kurtis Blow, one of hip hop’s founding fathers, who opens the show with a short set.

Just like the original, in The Hip Hop Nutcracker, Maria-Clara and the Nutcracker Prince go on a dream adventure battling a gang of mice, visiting the land of sweets and learning the lessons of the holiday season. Innovative digital graffiti and visuals transform the landscape of E.T.A. Hoffmann’s beloved story from traditional 19th Century Germany to the vibrant, diverse sights and sounds of contemporary New York City.

Through this re-mixed and re-imagined version of the classic, the dynamic performers of The Hip Hop Nutcracker take us on a journey that celebrates love, community and the magic of the holiday season.

 

Tickets begin at $25:  https://shubert.com/shows-events/the-hip-hop-nutcracker

 

Jim Brickman: Comfort and Joy at Home 

December 23, 2020 at 7:00pm

 

Grammy-nominated songwriter and piano sensation Jim Brickman will be taking the nation by storm this holiday season with his new Virtual Concert Tour: “Comfort & Joy at Home.” Fans and their families can enjoy this unique virtual concert experience from the comfort of home, while supporting the Shubert Theatre during this challenging time.

Brickman will bring the LIVE concert experience up close and personal by blending yuletide memories and holiday carols with his own hit songs such as "The Gift," "Sending You A Little Christmas," "Angel Eyes" and "If You Believe." Brickman will warm the hearts of all as sweet sounds of faith and love make spirits bright, bringing family and friends together for anything but a silent night.

 

Tickets begin at $40:  https://shubert.com/shows-events/jim-brickman-comfort-and-joy-at-home-virtually

 

Eleanor’s Very Merry Christmas Wish – The Musical

Streaming now – December 27, 2020 (your ticket provides access to watch during a 48-hour timeframe of your choosing)

 

Eleanor’s Very Merry Christmas Wish – The Musical tells the story of a rag doll named Eleanor who lives in the magical world of The North Pole. Despite her love for her family there, including Santa, Mrs. “Cookie” Claus, Clara Claus, and the elves – Twinkle, Sprinkle, and Sparkle - Eleanor’s very merry Christmas wish is for a best friend and home of her own. Realizing that wishing is not enough, she writes a letter to Santa expressing her dream. The letter opens the door to answering many questions, and to the journey which leads to her wish (and others) coming true.

The 65-minute musical written by Denise McGowan Tracy, with eight original songs by composer/lyricist Kathleen Butler-Duplessis and McGowan Tracy, is bursting with heartwarming lessons for kids of all ages of the importance of friendship, family, and working hard to make your dreams come true.

 

Tickets start at $20:  https://shubert.com/shows-events/eleanors-very-merry-christmas-wish-the-musical

 

A Christmas Carol

Streaming now – January 3, 2021

 

Experience A Christmas Carol unlike any other—past, present or future. The timeless tale of Ebenezer Scrooge comes to thrilling new life as Tony Award-winner Jefferson Mays (I Am My Own Wife, Gentleman’s Guide…) plays over 50 roles in a virtuosic, master class of a performance that must be seen to be believed. This theatrical achievement comes from the haunting vision of one of Broadway’s most imaginative directors, Michael Arden (Tony-winning Best Revival - Once on This Island).

Staged exclusively for this production and captured live with breathtaking clarity, this must-watch streaming event conjures the powerful spirits of Christmas and brings all the magic of live theatre home for the holidays.

 

Tickets start at $50:  https://shubert.com/shows-events/a-christmas-carol-streaming

 

 

About the Shubert Theatre

Opened in 1914, the Shubert Theatre, located in the heart of downtown New Haven, Connecticut, is a historic space best known for its pre-Broadway and Broadway series presentations, as well as performances of dance, cabaret, music, comedy, solo performances and family entertainment.  In addition to presenting more than 600 pre-Broadway tryouts, world and American premieres over its storied 100+ year history, the not-for-profit organization fulfills its mission of making culture and performing arts accessible to the community at large through accessible programming and education and outreach offerings.  Theatre operations are supported by the generosity of loyal individual donors, corporate sponsors and grant funders. With more than 150 events and performances each year, the Shubert Theatre drives thousands of patrons to local restaurants and small businesses.  The facilities’ fully-restored Broadway style theatre and other spaces are also available for private and public event rentals.

 

The Shubert Theatre is owned and operated by CAPA (Columbus Association for the Performing Arts), a not-for-profit, award-winning presenter of national and international performing arts and entertainment.  The organization also owns and operates the Ohio Theatre, Palace Theatre and Southern Theatre, located in downtown Columbus, Ohio, and manages other Ohio venues including the Drexel theatre, Riffe Center Theatre Complex, Lincoln Theatre and McCoy Center for the Arts.

 

For more information, visit www.shubert.com, or Facebook (@ShubertTheater), Instagram (@shubertnewhaven), Twitter (@ShubertTheater) and YouTube (@ShubertTheaterNH).

 

Visit The Shops at Yale for Christmas 2020

Holiday Shopping in New Haven CT

New Haven got hit today with a blanket of snow, which makes Christmas shopping so much more fun!

Visit the Shops at Yale to support your local downtown merchants - and enjoy the sights and sounds of the holidays!

Gift Card Guide Celebrate the holidays by treating your loved ones to chef-prepared holiday dinners to go from Union League Cafe, Sherkaan Indian Street Food, Tarry Lodge (Feast of the 7 fishes), Anchor Spa and Claire’s Corner Copia. Special at home dinners sell out quickly, so please order yours soon! Visit our Takeout Dining Guide for additional menus, including family style options! SCUBA HOODIE & JOGGERS, $118 each lululemon New Haven, 13 Broadway. Store hours, contact information and more! FJALLRAVEN CLASSIC KANKEN BACKPACK $80 Urban Outfitters, 43 Broadway. Store hours, contact information and more! WARM AND DURABLE AIRLIE SWEATSHIRT, $75 FatFace New Haven, 37 Broadway. Store hours, contact information and more! FRASIER FIR COLLECTION BY THYMES, $10-$36 Lou Lou Boutiques, 23 Broadway. Store hours, contact information and more! GIFT BOX WITH CHEESE, JAM & CRACKERS, $38 Arethusa Farm Dairy, 1020 Chapel Street. Store hours, contact information and more! NANO PUFF JACKET WINDPROOF & WATER-RESISTANT, $199 Patagonia New Haven, 1 Broadway. Store hours, contact information and more! CHANEL SUNGLASSES, $480 & CLEAR GLASSES, $453 Kennedy & Perkins, 80 Whitney Avenue. Store hours, contact information and more! YALE-OPOLY, $40 & YALE BOWL PUZZLES, $23 Campus Customs, 57 Broadway. Store hours, contact information and more! HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE #1 Raggs for Men & Women • Sneaker Junkies • Neville Wisdom Design Studio • idiom Boutique • Walker-Loden • Gilden's Jewelers • dwell New Haven • Grey Matter Books • View Gift Guide #1! HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE #2 Apple • Book Trader Cafe • Shiana Hair • L'Epicerie Choupette • CPR Cell Phone Repair • Knit New Haven • View Gift Guide #2! HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE #3 L.L.Bean • Hull's Art Suppy & Framing • The Yale Bookstore • J.Crew • Atticus Bookstore Cafe • Derek Simpson Goldsmith • Cristhian Shoe Repair • Katahdin Furniture • View Gift Guide #3! Hot Cocoa Bombs & Cookie Gift Boxes at Katalina's Katalina's Bakery, located at 74 Whitney Avenue, is offering a variety of sweet gifts made with love in New Haven! Click here to view Katalina's hours and contact information! WEEKEND SALES - DECEMBER 19 & 20!   Atticus Bookstore Café, 1082 Chapel Street: 15% OFF hardcover books. Barnes & Noble / The Yale Bookstore, 77 Broadway: 50% OFF Yale blue sherpa jackets through Dec. 24. Book Trader Café, 1140 Chapel Street: Spend $25 on books, CDs or DVDs and receive a FREE medium drink of your choice.  Campus Customs, 57 Broadway: 20% OFF entire store through Dec. 24. Derek Simpson Goldsmith, 1094 Chapel: 20% OFF all jewelry in stock, plus receive a $50 gift card for every $250 spent through Feb. 28. FatFace, 37 Broadway: 50% off select merchandise. Hull’s Art Supply and Framing, 1144 Chapel: 20% OFF select gifts and 25% OFF ready-made frames through Dec. 31. idiom Boutique, 1014 Chapel: 60% OFF select sale apparel. J.Crew, 29 Broadway: 20% OFF cashmere, 50% OFF full-priced items, 60% OFF sale items through Dec. 24. Some exclusions apply. L.L.Bean, 272 York: $10 bounce back coupon with a purchase of $10 or more through Feb. 16, 2021. Lou Lou Boutiques, 23 Broadway: $20 Classic Plaid Ruana through Dec. 20. 50% OFF select handbags & wearables and 60% OFF select jewelry through Dec. 31. Neville Wisdom Design Studio, 27 Broadway: 50% OFF select fashions.  Raggs for Men & Women, 1020 Chapel: 20% OFF all regular-priced merchandise & gift cards through Jan. 1. Shiana Hair, 1020 Chapel: 10% OFF color services and $65 blowout special (shampoo, conditioning & styling blowout) through Dec. 23.  Sneaker Junkies, 976 Chapel: 25% - 50% OFF a wide selection of merchandise. Urban Outfitters, 43 Broadway: 40% OFF sweater sale on Dec. 17 & 18. 30% OFF dresses & rompers on Dec. 19 & 20.   View all Retailer Listings, Click Here!   Gift Card Guide Did you know gift cards are the most popular item on wish lists according to a 2019 study by the National Retail Federation? Support your favorite local businesses! Click here to view our Gift Card Guide featuring 65 New Haven merchants! Shopping Rewards - With $25 Or More Purchase! Free 2-Hour Parking & Free Gourmet Hot Cocoa from Claire's Corner Copia or Blue State Coffee with $25 purchase from participating retailers through 12/31. Details at 2020 Holiday Promotions! Shopping Rewards - With $150 Or More Purchase! Free 2-Hour Parking, Gourmet Hot Cocoa PLUS Gourmet Chocolates or Made in New Haven Face Mask with $150 purchase from participating retailers through 12/31. Details at 2020 Holiday Promotions! Holiday Shopping Passport Shop at 38 participating merchants. Spend $25 or more, get stamped and turn your passport in when you have 4 stamps for a chance to win 1 of 3 $950 gift card packages! Hurry, ends December 20. Details at Holiday Shopping Passport! FREE Socially Distanced Photos With Santa Saturday, Dec. 19 & Sunday, Dec. 20 from 11am-2pm at Shubert Theatre Plaza, 247 College Street. Free parking, giveaways, exclusive discount shopping rack card and more! Click Here for Details! FREE 2-Hour Parking When You Spend $25 Park free in your choice of 3 convenient surface parking lots at The Shops at Yale for up to 2 hours with a same-day receipt of $25 or more from any retailer or restaurant! Details! SHOPPING  &  DINING SHOP & DINE more than 60 unique boutiques, retailers, eateries, and award-winning restaurants in the heart of downtown New Haven.