Conestoga events

World Cuisine - Mexican

October 7, 2026 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Waterloo campus

Join this event to explore mouthwatering dishes, vibrant spices and traditional recipes straight from the heart of Mexico, served family-style. 

The menu for this event includes the following:

  • Posole rojo
  • Ensalada de nopales (cactus salad)
  • Guacamole/tortilla chips
  • Tamales with black beans and cheese/tomatillo salsa
  • Arrachera (skirt steak)
  • Arroz rojo (red rice)
  • Frijoles pinto refritos (refried pinto beans)
  • Rajas con elote (roasted poblano with corn)
  • Cebolla Morada Encurtida (pickled red onions)

Please note:

  • As this is an interactive classroom where students are graded on these specific dishes, meal packages will be offered with no substitutions
  • For any allergy concerns, please contact Chef Dan before purchasing tickets
  • Menu offerings are subject to change without notice
  • Beer and wine will be available for purchase in the dining room
  • As there is limited time to serve during the allotted class schedule, please arrive on time (6:00-6:15 p.m.) for your reservation. Food will be served shortly after arrival

Purchase tickets:

Cost is $49.64 per person. Purchase tickets through Eventbrite.

Location:

Bloom Restaurant, Waterloo campus, 108 University Ave. East, Waterloo

Parking:

Free parking is available for the duration of the event.

For more information:

Email Kathy MacDonald for more information.