I have to give a big shout-out to Jayme Zea-Mothershead, owner of Mama Lada’s downtown Sioux Falls for her recent international kudos;
“Probably the beginning of September, a British lady that said, ‘I’ve been to your restaurant. And I’m doing a story about vegan and vegetarian items and restaurants that do well in that area. I just need some facts,’†Zea-Mothershead said.
Those facts eventually hit the printing press half a world away. A London newspaper, “The Independent,” named Mama’s Ladas Enchiladas among the six best foods on this earth.
While Jayme’s enchiladas are the bomb (and would have to agree the broccoli cheese is pretty damn tasty) I have always said Jayme’s claim to fame is her homemade red sangria. There is nothing better then downing a few of those on her modest patio on a mild summer day. In fact, some friends and I cooked up ‘The Color of Sound‘ on that patio over a few sangrias. I would also like to do a little back-patting myself;
The restaurant hopes to eventually put a hard copy prominently on it’s wall of fame.
“I was reading the first article written and it was funny to think back. People didn’t think this place would last,†Zea-Mothershead said.
Guess who wrote the first review about Mama Lada’s? Your’s truly. ETC. Magazine.
I’m calling shenanigans on this story.
How is it that a restaurant using canned Hormel Chili in their signature dish (or at least used to) could even be considered for such an title?
I will agree that their sangria is kick ass and their salsa isn’t half bad, but their enchiladas kinda suck compared to half a dozen other authentic Latin restaurants in/around SF.
Good on them for the article, but I think it’s bullshit.
“It’s noteworthy to point out this Sioux Falls joint was the only establishment even mentioned on this side of the pond.”
It’s also noteworthy to point out that British Columbia is in Canada, which also happens to be on “this side of the pond”. Dumbasses.
Hilarious.
Sounds worth a try.
Here is a direct link to the “article”.
It’s also noteworthy that of the 115 words written about Mama’s, half of them are a pitch for a UK travel agency.
I’ve typed more words Bitching about it than the original author did actually writing it.
Sadly, but not surprisingly, this amounts to another fluff story to aimed at boosting the already over-inflated egos of DTSF’s elitist business owners.
Angry Guy –
“…boosting the already over-inflated egos of DTSF’s elitist business owners.”
You can’t say that about JOB CREATORS!
Occupy Angry Guy!
Not to let the cat out of the bag, but AG is being sarcastic. And as for the beef Enchilada, not a fan, but the Broccoli cheese is good. But like I said, It is a half way point for me when I am walking from Minerva’s to Parkers and I always get a Sangria. Another thing to mention is Jayme is one of the nicest people you will ever meet, Hormel chili and all.
Oh, and one other thing, I guess if international travelers from England are coming to SF she will have their bizzo 🙂 Doesn’t surprise me Stormy Bartnik did another story w/o doing any research.
If I can’t anonymously poke people in the eye on your site, DL… I’m not sure I can go on living. Come out tomorrow, I’ll buy.. Hormel and all…
I know you all too well, you little Napoleon bastard.
Yeah, I wasn’t too impressed with Mammas but if you are looking for something even better and is run by a nice Mexican family, check out Los Amigos in Elk Point. Now that has enchiladas and burritos that will melt the taste buds off your tongue.
Personally, for a delicious variety of Mexican foods with good service and a great price, I’ll pick Jacky’s at 8th & Nesmith every time!
My favorite place to eat Mexican is at “El Cucina de Maria” en la cacsa de mi hermana adpotiva – Calle Miranda de Hollywood Norte.
Corn, I agree, Jacky’s is good for the price. I often stop in for a burrito to go and a Negro Modela.
Jacky’s vs Nikki’s. We’ve been to neither. We’d like to try them both. Suggestions?
Jacky’s is great. Their chicken is the best I’ve ever had anywhere.
Jacky’s is fantastic. Try the Entomatadas.
Poly, I would go to both, but Jacky’s first, and leave the big cash wad at home, you won’t need it. You could tip 100% and still say to yourself, WOW, that was cheap.
I’ll have to stop at this place. Never noticed the sign. But the name Lada turns me off as it’s a really crappy Russian car manufacturer.