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Discover authentic Mexican at restaurants on the Gold Coast
From sizzling fajitas through to succulent grilled meats, this cuisine is naturally sociable and perfect for sharing. Why not try some of the more unusual dishes like tostadas, the delectable mole sauce, the patriotic chiles en nogada and tamales, which were actually invented for Inca and Aztec tribes to give them sustenance before going into battle! Of course the backbone of Mexican cuisine is the humble tortilla, and the delicious corn-based wrap is perfect for mopping up rich sauces and fresh salsas. The other key element to any visit to a Mexican restaurant, particularly on the Gold Coast, is indulging in tequila – and lots of it. Made from the blue agave plant, and originating from Tequila (yes, that’s true), it comes in many tasty and potentially dangerous forms. An absolute must-try