Well, folks, just when you thought Hollywood couldn’t surprise us anymore, here comes a plot twist spicy enough to make you blink twice. Mike Fleiss, the iconic producer who’s given us a sizzling plate of television hits, has swapped his director’s chair for, wait for it… jalapenos. Yes, you read that right!
Perhaps it’s the Californian sun or maybe a secret Hollywood elixir, but Mike’s taken a leap from star-studded premieres to starry-eyed about peppers. Now, he’s living the dream, not on the big screen, but in a cozy eatery in Lake Oswego, Oregon. Named ‘Toreados,’ it’s inspired by the chiles toreados of Mexico, offering smoked meats, spicy grilled peppers, and, in a nod to Hollywood glamour, top-tier tequila.
An Instacart survey seems to applaud Mike’s new endeavor, revealing that a whopping 74% of Americans are partaking in the hot sauce craze. And if we’re trusting numbers, about 45% are dousing their food in heat almost every week. Maybe, just maybe, this isn’t the most left-field move from Mr. Fleiss.
Toreados doesn’t stop at its primary star, the jalapeno. The menu reads like a who’s who of tantalizing Tex-Mex: jalapeno poppers, chicken enchiladas, and the namesake chiles toreados. Let’s not even get started on their drink menu. Spicy mango tequila, anyone? And, for those seeking the familiar, there’s wine and beer. But it’s the margaritas, like the “Boaty McBoatface,” that make you wonder if there’s a screenplay hidden somewhere in there.
Open Table reviews suggest that Toreados might just bag the ‘Oscar’ for best dining experience in the Portland vicinity. From “yummy food” to “awesome drinks,” patrons can’t seem to get enough of this spicy saga.
Dropping just outside Portland’s map, an area already buzzing with over 70 breweries and groundbreaking culinary spots, Toreados seems like the new kid on the block, with a spicy swagger. Fleiss, while reminiscing about his Hollywood journey, is candid about his newfound culinary love. “It’s a dream come true,” he admits.
In the future, there’s chatter about taking those firecracker chiles to the masses. With partner Chris Briggs in tow, Fleiss is sketching out the sequels to his spicy adventure.
Though not dubbing himself a foodie, Fleiss’ love for heat-packed bites is evident. And in true Hollywood style, he leaves us with a teaser, “I just love spicy food.”
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