La Hacienda Française: Mexican French Fusion – by Michelle Buendia-Duran
At La Hacienda Française, we use both Mexican and French cooking techniques to bring two cultures together through food. The dishes honor tradition while blending flavors, methods, and stories into a dining experience that feels both familiar and elevated.
Prix Fixe ($50)
- Bread Service: Honey Chipotle Butter – Warm, freshly sliced baguette served with a honey chipotle butter, balancing smoky heat with a touch of sweetness.
- Appetizer: Tostadas de Bistec à la Frites – Crispy mini tostadas layered with a smooth avocado spread, topped with seared steak frites, fresh pico de gallo, and finished with a light drizzle of sour cream.
- Soup: Sopa de Cebolla a la Francesa con Toque de Tequila – Classic French onion soup with rich, slow-caramelized onions, deglazed with tequila, and topped with melted Gruyère and Oaxaca cheeses over toasted bolillo.
- Entrée: Mole Braisé Short Rib – Mole-braised beef short rib, slow-cooked until tender, served over creamy mashed potatoes and finished with a velvety Mexican peanut mole.
- Dessert: Mille-Feuille à la Horchata – Delicate layers of flaky puff pastry filled with smooth cinnamon horchata cream, paired with rich cajeta. Finished with a galleta María and fresh berries.
Special ($38)
- Bread Service: Honey Chipotle Butter – Warm, freshly sliced baguette served with a honey chipotle butter, balancing smoky heat with a touch of sweetness.
- Soup: Sopa de Cebolla a la Francesa con Toque de Tequila – Classic French onion soup with rich, slow-caramelized onions, deglazed with tequila, and topped with melted Gruyère and Oaxaca cheeses over toasted bolillo.
- Entrée: Coq au Vin à la Mexicaine – Coq au vin–style chicken lollipop in a deep, rich sauce, paired with traditional Mexican red rice.
- Dessert: Mille-Feuille à la Horchata – Delicate layers of flaky puff pastry filled with smooth cinnamon horchata cream, paired with rich cajeta. Finished with a galleta María and fresh berries.
Featured Beverage ($9)
- Flor de París Royale – A vibrant twist on the classic French 75, this cocktail blends tequila with hibiscus syrup and fresh lime juice, topped with sparkling wine for a light, elegant finish.