On Monday night, Jimmy Shaw hosted over a hundred KCRW members at his Hollywood restaurant, Loteria. He and Evan made a Mexi-Italian feast for everyone who donated $75 or more during the summer subscription drive. Here are some images from a memorable night:
Calamari Cakes with Cilantro & Jalapeño
Mini Tostadas
Rosemary Margaritas with Tequila Herradura Blanca
Jimmy Shaw in Action
The Menu
KCRW Volunteers Daphne, Brent and Laryl
Happy Diners
Michilatta
Puree of Squash Blossom
Tequila Herradura Reposada with a Sangrita Chaser
Toasted Angel Hair Pasta with Chapulines (Oaxaca Grasshoppers)
Lasagna with Huitlacoche, Sweet Corn and a Chipotle Bechamel
Diners
Evan Serves her Famous Gnocchi
Red Snapper a la Veracruzana
Mexican Chocolate Bread Pudding
Gnocchi a la Mexicana
Jimmy’s Special Jar of Chapulines