Typically, when I share food and drink pairings, they involve wine. But not this time. I’m taking you to the Kevin Hart tequila dinner in Naples. It was so good that the event is also this week’s Fabulous Find for more than one reason.
Comedian Kevin Hart has a tequila brand called Gran Coramino. To craft this premium spirit he teamed up with 11th generation tequila maker Juan Domingo Beckmann. Beckmann is also the CEO of Jose Cuervo so he knows a little bit about the Mexican spirit.
About the Kevin Hart Tequila Dinner In Naples
Gran Coramino Tequila is served at Rocco’s Tacos in Naples. The colorful restaurant is known for having a great selection and they like to showcase it in a variety of ways including wine dinners. They invited me to their latest and it was so impressive that I have to share it so you can book a seat at the next one.
This was a true collaboration between the beverage and culinary teams. The welcome cocktail featured Gran Coramino Cristalino. It is a clear reposado that is finished in California Cabernet wine casks before getting filtered.
The Tequila And Food At The Kevin Hart Tequila Dinner In Naples
All of Hart’s tequila’s have a wine barrel connection as an homage to the state he calls home and its reputation for world-class wine. During this dinner, each of the tequilas was poured neat so we could really taste its unique flavors. In addition, they were served in a cocktail with ingredients that complimented the food courses.
Sure, we began with Rocco’s famous guacamole and chips. But the courses to follow were gourmet all the way. Each one also incorporated tequila in marinades or sauces.
The tequila is a Fabulous Find and so are the wine dinners. As I’m publishing this, Rocco’s Tacos has not announced the next one. Be sure to check their website and sign up for any communications to keep up to date on dinners, future tequila tastings and educational events. It was a ton of tasty fun.
In the meantime, look for this tequila. It’s a good buy.
By the way, there were hopes and even rumors he would make a cameo at the fiesta. However, the superstar’s schedule did not permit. Maybe next time.