TBF Olamaie Brunch Featuring Tom Gilliland

We are proud to host the beloved founder of Fonda San Miguel, Tom Gilliland, in collaboration with Olamaie Executive Chef Michael Fojtasek, on Sunday, November 9th at 10:30 a.m. Brunch tickets include a signed copy of Gilliland’s history, art, and recipe book, The Soul of Fonda San Miguel, and three Olamaie-original courses, all inspired by Gilliland’s traditional regional cuisine.

The event will start with passed appetizers from Olamaie. During this, guests are encouraged to mingle and chat with Tom Gilliland. Each ticket is $165 and includes a signed copy of The Soul of Fonda San Miguel, in addition to brunch and a welcome drink. Additional beverages, including wine and beer, are available for purchase.

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About Tom Gilliland

Tom Gilliland is a graduate of the University of Nebraska and the University of Texas at Austin School of Law. He also studied law at Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Mexico in Mexico City. Tom is the founder and owner of Fonda San Miguel and a generous supporter of many Austin organizations. His previous works include Fonda San Miguel, Thirty Years of Food and Art, and Fonda San Miguel, Forty Years of Food and Art.

In The Soul of Fonda San Miguel, owner Tom Gilliland tells the story of this iconic restaurant from its start in 1975 through the next five decades. He highlights its dedication to the traditional regional foods of the cuisine, passion for both contemporary Mexican art and classic artisan crafts, and its influence on restaurants on both sides of the border. Discover Fonda San Miguel as it is today through photographs of their impressive gallery of Mexican art, 100 recipes, both classic and new--including favorites like Fonda's famous chile relleno and chipotle shrimp, a robust selection of vegan dishes, and soon-to-be classics from their upcoming breakfast and lunch restaurant, Tzintzuntzan. ¡Felicidades, Fonda San Miguel! Here's to 50 more!

This event is sponsored by Alison Bacon, Central Market, and Olamaie.

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