87 APRIL 4-10, 2024 westword.com WESTWORD | CONTENTS | SHOPPING & SERVICES | ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT | FOOD & DRINK | MUSIC & VENUES | Taco Block founders Adrian and Brenda Bonilla have been “Serving and Delivering Happiness” since 2006, from selling Mexican hamburg- ers on Federal Boulevard, to serving tacos from a shipping container in Athmar Park, to now running a catering company and opening their first restaurant space. Us- ing recipes and seasoning blends passed down from the women in their families, the Bonillas developed a deli- cious menu of authentically Mexican cuisine, with tacos as the main attraction. Made with high-quality, locally sourced ingredients, includ- ing handmade gluten-free tortillas, Taco Block’s tacos prove that you don’t need to travel to California for real Mexican food. Taco Block caters events for up to 1,000 people around the Denver metro area. Pick from five different proteins (including grilled cactus for vegetarians and vegans) and five scratch-made salsas to build the ideal taco bar for your event, then add optional sides, appetizers, beverages and desserts. Catering is priced per person, and the handy catering cost calcula- tor on Taco Block’s website gives a personalized estimate based on your selections. De- pending on your preference, Taco Block can serve guests from its self-sufficient truck or set up inside with a pro- fessional team dedicated to crafting tacos for your guests. All taco toppings are separat- ed to accommodate different tastes and food allergies, so each guest can customize their taco exactly to their lik- ing. Keep it traditional with onion, cilantro and lime, or if you’re feeling adventurous, ask for your taco “mamalon style,” a Taco Block specialty loaded with pineapple, bell pepper, corn, grilled onion and cactus. Visit Taco Block’s website to browse the full catering menu, and see how you can have Taco Block at your next event. Or, starting this spring, host your next event at the Bonil- las’ new restaurant concept! Nopal, named after one of Taco Block’s signature ingre- dients (cactus), is a brand- new restaurant and event venue located just west of Denver. Nopal puts an unex- pected twist on the tradition- al Mexican taco by using a Brazilian BBQ grill. The space has two separate rooms to accommodate private events, two large outdoor patios, a takeout window, and a full bar featuring Brazilian cock- tails and local brewery of- ferings on tap. Nopal is the perfect spot for birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, graduations and fundraisers, or just grabbing a bite with friends. Whether Taco Block comes to you or you come to Nopal, any party is better with tacos! ADVERTORIAL TACO BLOCK OWNERS SERVE AND DELIVER HAPPINESS AT NEW RESTAURANT
