Jose's Blue Sombrero

Jose's Blue Sombrero features made from scratch, made to order Mexican food. Our two restaurant locations in Racine and Brookfield Wisconsin are anything but an average Mexican food experience. See us for gift certificates and great Mexican Take-Out.

News & Updates

Call The Fire Department! Or Heed This Tip!

Georgie Flees gets asked what you do if your mouth is on fire all the time. Here is the Commissioner's answer in between sips of his latest mojorita. If your mouth is on fire, try a spoonful of sugar or a bit of salt and limejuice. The heat of a chile lasts six minutes before it dissipates.

Thanks Darlene For The Question

A guest asked us this so we thought we would pass it along--what is a Molcajete? A Molcajete is a stone mortar used mostly to grind chiles for salsa. Originated in the state of Oaxaca. Molcajetes come in different shapes.

Viva de Taco Evolucion Menu Lives On!

The whole Cinco party was just rockin'! As they say, the party doesn't start until the speakers are blown! But now you should know the Viva de Taco Evolucion Menu Lives On. So, come see us! By the way, if you were wondering why crocodiles have a two margarita limit? It's because they cannot stick their tongue out!

Viva de Taco Evolucion Starts May 1

The new Taco Evolucion menu starts May 1. Welcome to the House Of 1000 Tacos soon to be!

Cinco Is Coming! Cinco Is Coming!

Get your elbows in shape. Join us for Cinco Training camp every Thursday night. Long Island Ice Teas are just 2.75! Howwwwwwwwl!

Cinco de Mayo Celebration May 1-5

Thursday May 1
Viva la Taco Evolucion Menu / Mariachi Live 6-9 PM / Take Home Salsa & Chips For Everyone / Have A Dish Named After You For A Year / $50 Gas Card Giveaway / Itunes Giveaway $25 / Blue Rita Entries Accepted May 1-June 30/ $50 Gift Card Giveaway

Friday May 2
Chef Javier’s Mystery Spice Bag Take Home / Live Mariachis 6-9PM / $50 Gift Card Giveaway / Chef Javier’s Viva la Taco Evolucion Menu / Have A Dish Named After You For A Year / $50 Gas Card Giveaway / Itunes Giveaway $25 / Blue Rita Entries Accepted May 1-June 30/

Saturday May 3
Jose’s Blue Sawbuck Givaway - Everyone Wins / Live Mariachis 6-9PM / $50 Gift Card Giveaway / Chef Javier’s Viva la Taco Evolucion Menu / Have A Dish Named After You For A Year / $50 Gas Card Giveaway / Itunes Giveaway $25 / Blue Rita Entries Accepted May 1-June 30

Monday May 5
Jose’s Blue Sawbuck Givaway - Everyone Wins / Live Mariachis 6-9PM / $50 Gift Card Giveaway / Chef Javier’s Viva la Taco Evolucion Menu / Have A Dish Named After You For A Year / $50 Gas Card Giveaway / Itunes Giveaway $25 / Blue Rita Entries Accepted May 1-June 30

Ay Caramba! Check This Out!

Entries for the 2009 Blue Rita will be accepted May 1-June 30 at both locations. One winner is chosen at each restaurant and each woman is then featured on the respective cover of the Blue Sombrero menu for 2009. The menu cover illustrations will be done by local artist Milwaukee Matt Zumbo. Make sure your photograph gets entered.

Cinco Facts For History Buffs

n the spring of 1862, after receiving word that French forces were marching on Mexico City, President Benito Juarez (a native Zapotec Indian) sent troops to head them off. It was on May 5th, in the little town of Puebla, that a small, ragged, untrained, and under-equipped army led by General Ignacio Zaragoza met and defeated the invading French, a well-armed, professional army led by Napoleon III. Though the battle was only a temporary setback for Napoleon, it proved to be the catalyst which provided the Mexicans with confidence enough to persevere and ultimately triumph over the French in 1867. The French defeat must have surprised Napoleon III, the ruler of France, who was attempting to annex Mexico by taking advantage of the destruction and bankruptcy that existed there. Mexico's condition at that time was the result of the War of Reform (1858-1860), an internal political, economic, and religious struggle. At the end of this civil war, Mexico owed more than $80,000,000 to foreigners. France invaded Mexico, using debt collection as an excuse. Napoleon III's true motivation, however, was total control of Mexico and its potential wealth.

Viva de Sneak Preview Of May 1

The special Viva de Taco Evolucion Menu will make its appearance this day. Live mariachis from 6-9 PM and every guest spending more than $10 takes home free salsa and chips! make your plans now to join us and be assured we haven't event talked about the prizes you could win--from free cell phones to itunes to Cinco Training Camp gift cards.

Cinco de Mayo Sighting

Cinco is coming fast--May 5--JBS will be celebrating it from May 1-5, but Never On Sunday. here's one last thought on it---Though Cinco de Mayo is a day of huge military and political significance, we must remember that it is not the battle of Puebla itself that we celebrate. Rather, it is a day to celebrate pride, independence, and freedom. Viva la Fiesta!

Good Words On Brewers

Here's how one expert described the Brewers 2 and 0 start---Blame the early stumble of the Cubs on the Milwaukee Brewers and their talented young lineup, one featuring speed and power. Go Brew Crew!

Commissioner Georgie's JBS Shrimp Soup Recipe

Myrtle, yes, that is her name, asked us for the recipe. Well, you can't turn a Myrtle down! But don't forget the Margarita.

3 1/4 cups water
3/4 cup tomato sauce
Salt to taste
2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, heads removed, shells on (51 to 60 count)
14 ounces (about 1 large) fresh tomato, diced
4 ounces (about 1/2 medium) diced white onion
2 ounces jalapeno, seeds removed, finely diced
16 sprigs fresh cilantro, chopped
1 avocado, peeled, seed removed, diced
4 lime wheels
4 lime wedges
Crackers

In 4-quart saucepan, make stock by combining water with tomato sauce. Add salt to taste. Bring to boil. Add shrimp and cook 3 minutes. Strain shrimp from stock. Keep stock for soup broth in saucepan on stove over low heat. Cool shrimp in ice bath.

Peel shrimp and set aside. Discard shells.

Between 4 large soup bowls, divide tomato, onion, jalapeno, cilantro and avocado. Put shrimp in pan of broth on stove for about 1 minute to reheat. Add shrimp and broth to bowls. Garnish each bowl with lime wheel. Serve with lime wedge and crackers on the side. Makes 4 servings.

Bucky Is One To Watch

One word-defense. Watch how far the Badgers can ride it. We think it will be deeper than the experts think. On Wisconsin!

March Madness Begins

Take a look at the records of this year's four No. 1 seeds: Memphis (33-1), North Carolina (32-2), UCLA (31-3) and Kansas (31-3). Their nine combined losses are the fewest for a set of No. 1 seeds since 1988 -- and that's saying something, considering teams play at least two to four more regular-season games today than they did then. Right behind them you've got a 29-4 Tennessee team that handed Memphis its sole defeat and a 28-6 Texas team that beat the Vols, as well as two of the No. 1 seeds (UCLA and Kansas). Wow!

Andy's Cinco Training Camp Tips

Think of Irish Day as warming up for Cinco de Mayo.

Drink plenty of water or other calorie-free beverages.

Be choosy about nighttime snacks.

Eat alot of my made at your table guacamole.

Eat part of Chef's appetizers during the day.

Spice it up.

Swap some jalapenos for the pasta.

View Cinco Training Camp as one of life's challenges and a chance to grow.

Bucky Makes Michigan Blue

If there is a defense in the country that works harder and sounder than Wisconsin, let us know. 34 points for Michigan. Flowers was the beast.

Two Down Two To Go

Ring Out A Hoya for Marquette. Good Luck tonight with Pittsburgh!

Andy The Gringo's Summer Breeze Chipotle Roast Corn

Andy thinks it's time everyone start to warm up for summer with Roast Chipotle Corn, so, he has decided to pass along this recipe he found, tried and grown fond of. First, put on your Pork Pie Hat to protect against talk radio. Then, you will need 6 ears of fresh corn, 2 Tbs frozen orange juice concentrate, 1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce, seeds removed, minced, 2 Tbs real maple syrup, 1 to 2 cloves of garlic, minced, 4 Tbs unsalted butter, 1 Tbs plain yogurt, 1/4 tsp. salt. At this point, you deserve a break so run over to Jose's and relax a bit with two or three margaritas. Now, preheat your BBQ to medium high or prepare coals. Cut off the silk tassel from the top of each ear of corn and remove the outer layer of husks. Grill your corn for 10 to 15 minutes, turning every couple of minutes. The corn husks will become charred with grill marks and that's okay. Don't worry the corn won't burn. Time for another margarita. Then prepare The Chipotle Sauce. Keep in mind you can adjust the "heat" in the sauce by varying the amount of chipotle chile you add. Slice open the chile and remove the seeds with a knife. Add all the ingredients except the yogurt to a sauce pan over very low heat and stir well. Cook for 5 minutes and remove from heat. Add the yogurt and stir well. Keep warm until ready to serve. Remove the corn from the grill and let it sit for 5 minutes to cool. Remove the husks. Brush your corn with chipotle sauce and serve immediately but don't forget the margaritas.

Random Thought #5

The shortest flight from Milwaukee to Cancun is 5 hours 30 minutes via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.

Anyone Know What A Sharona Is?

Knee deep in recipes, rockin' in the kitchen and this song comes on the wavelength. What up? What is a sharona? The tuneage came from The Knack. I figure I should learn before I get my degree.

Tips For The Blue Surprise Party

Ask guests to arrive at least 30 minutes before the guest of honor. If your friends are notoriously late, make it an hour. And don't get them too liquored up that they'll forget how to be quiet and hide when the time comes. Have them all park out of sigh too, so their cars don't tip off the surprise. Note: Planning your party at an odd time -- a week before the person's birthday, or on a weeknight or Saturday afternoon -- also helps you maintain the element of surprise. And finally, let Georgie Flees and Andy the Gringo help you plan the event. No work is the rule for you my friend.

Party Menu Take-With Home Opener

Let Jose's do the work. Andy the Gringo says place your bets on #3 Dos Combo, Just $8.45 per person
Choose from any two items: tacos, burritos, chimichangas, enchiladas, tamales; choice of any two meats: shredded beef, ground beef, chicken; rice and beans. Head to Miller Park, be honored for your tailgate prowess, all because you called the Blue and did the Back Door!

Opening Day At The Blue

Mark your calendars. Less than 20 days away. The Brew against San Francisco. April 4. Our home opener at 1:05 PM. Watch the game. Yell like rebels. Be a Giant killer. Then come burn down the casa at Jose's.

You See A Blue Sombrero, You Rock

Georgie wanted us to pass along his admiration for the Crown Vic. He swears you load the Crown Vic with folks you dig, hit the open road, and take a road trip to the Harbor in Racine. Everyone starts groovin' at the sight of the lake. You take it all in and someone yells tacos at the Blue. The next thing you know, you're tableside at Jose's on Highway 20 in Racine. Fresh guacamole made at your table. The music on high voltage. Andy The Gringo doing the Monkey. It's a Blue Sombrero Road Trip Rock.

It's Your Jose's, You Might As Well Taste It.

Looking to break the hamburger habit, put your lips on this--Darlene M's Chimichanga $9.25 It's shredded or ground beef, chicken or pork. rolled w/cheese and beans, then deep fried.

Keep An Eye On This

The bar crew over at Jose's Brookfield, who do the cool tequila demonstrations when inspired, are planning another culinarily-related event called the Marbar for Cinco. This ain't no disco event. This is drinking Margatini's on Monday and all you'll want to do is party until the sunrise.

The Blue Back Door To The Rescue

Running late? Wiped out? Need to chill? Pick up some take-with from the Blue Back Door Jose's. Call ahead, stay in your car, we'll rush it out to you. Today's recommendation--Fajita Fingers $6.95 Seasoned shredded beef with onions, peppers and cheese that we roll in flour tortillas and deep fry crunchy, red pepper chile dippin sauce comes side saddle. So, if you're feeling upside, inside out, call ahead and when you get here. We'll make sure Chill Time at your home is right around the corner from you.

Looking For A Good Vibration?

Start with Jalawhoppers, fresh jalapenos stuffed with seasoned ground beef topped with mixed cheeses, and we guarantee nothing deep fried about this one. Follow it up with Queso Fundido Con Chorizo, melted mixed cheese topped with mild Mexican sausage and take it all down with Jose's Colodas and Yah Yah Juice. Tell your friends to hit the floor. Tell your mom you moved to Jose's. And tell your boss you might be late, you're still eating.

Save Some Loot For Cinco

It's a special time of year around the Blue and you won't want to miss the celebration. From the Second Annual Blue Rita Contest to Chef Javier's outrageous Cinco Menu to free cell phone, seasonings, recipes, and more, the casa will be rockin'. No one will touch this party in all of Milwaukee land. We're talking about those times when the Margaritas taste a little wilder, the live music leaves you feeling a bit more like a bouncing rubber ball and sons and daughters of Tequila Soul keep the joint alive. Be there. We intend to run the blenders non stop for five days!

A Regional Specialty From Jalisco

Jalisco is a state of Mexico. The capital of Jalisco is the city of Guadalajara. Jalisco has roughly 6,752,113 people and they know how to eat. Trivia Insight--Jalisco is known for being the birthplace of mariachi music and tequila--good enough for the Blue. Here's A Cooking Tip-Pozole Jalisco-style is normally red--made with dried red corn kernels and chile guajillo.

Here's a simplified recipe for pozole.

Pozole Rojo Estilo Jalisco
Red Pozole Jalisco Style

2.5 lbs pork meat, cubed
3 cleaned chiles guajillo
a quarter large white onion, sliced thin
1 clove garlic
3 ripe tomatoes
1 lb prepared corn for pozole
1 pinch orégano

Method of Preparation

Simmer the corn for 30 minutes.

In a separate pot, simmer the pork meat over a low fire. In yet another pot, cook the chiles, the tomatoes, the onion and the garlic until tender. Blend the chiles, tomatoes, onion, and garlic until smooth and add the resulting liquid to the pot with the meat. Add the corn and allow the pot to simmer over a low fire for approximately 40 minutes. Add a pinch of powdered orégano and allow to continue to simmer until the meat is tender.

At table, each person adds the following garnishes to his or her bowl of pozole: a squeeze of lime, a sprinkle of coarse sea salt, a generous spoonful of minced onion, a handful of shredded cabbage, some thinly sliced radishes, another pinch of dried orégano, and home made salsa ranchera to taste.

The Blue Big Travel Tip

A world-class mountain biking, surfing, and boardsailing hideout awaits in Baja. It's called Punta San Carlos. An isolated outcrop 300 road miles south of the U.S. border and 35 miles from the nearest stretch of pavement, Punta San Carlos was discovered by the California surfing crowd in the late sixties. Check it out. It rocks.

#1 With A Bullet

GOTAS DE AGUA DULCE --JUANES

El Colombiano JUANES se apodera esta semana de la primera posición en nuestro Metrónomo 97.7

A Salad For March Madness

4 Soft Flour Tortillas
1/2 lb. smoked Chicken
1 1/2 Tbsp. Cocktail or Chile Sauce
1 sectioned, Pink Grapefruit peeled
1 skinned Avocado seeded and diced
1/8 cup toasted Pecans chopped
1 Packaged Salad Mix
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Spray both sides of tortillas with vegetable spray, then press each into large muffin tins or custard cups. Bake for 10 minutes or until golden. 2. Remove from heat and cool. In a medium bowl, combine chicken, dressing and cocktail sauce. Cover and chill for 20 minutes. Stir in grapefruit, avocado and pecans. To serve, arrange greens in tortilla cups and spoon salad on top.

A Few Camping Tips From Andy The Gringo

Never leave your campfire unattended. Warn young children to stay away from the fire pit. Never build your fire within 10 feet of your tent. Spread the coals out with a long stick when putting the fire out. Hot dogs and baked beans are old-fashioned. Ask Jose's to prepare a take-with.

Never On Sunday Survey Results

Here's what gringos and gringettes told us when we asked a few questions. In no particular order they rated Jose's mucho grande for its proximity, taste, value, and variety. Georgie says he would throw down a couple margaritas to that. And thanks to his family for the results!

Putting The Heat On The Street

Next time you are in Jose's Racine, ask Andy The Gringo to spice it up a notch and add habanero and banana peppers to your favorite. Yes sir, that's how you get the cows in ahead of schedule and the beer on the bar.

2008 Wisconsin Badger Football

Check this schedule for the Badgers on the gridiron, starting on September 27, they play three teams in a row--at Michigan, home to Ohio State, home to Penn State.

Chef Javier's Tacos al Pastor History

Chef thought you might like to know that Taco al Pastor is the most popular taco in Mexico. The name means "shepherd's-style taco." Here at Jose's the main ingredient is spiced pork, which is shredded in front of an open flame. These tacos are a Mexican adaptation of the spit-grilled meat brought by immigrants from Lebanon.

This Marquette Trivia Will Win You Top Seating

Some claim that the phrase Final Four was first used to describe the final games of Indiana’s annual high school basketball tournament. But the NCAA, which has a trademark on the term, says Final Four was originated by a Cleveland Plain Dealer sportswriter, Ed Chay, in a 1975 article that appeared in the Official Collegiate Basketball Guide. The article stated that Marquette University “was one of the final four” in the 1974 tournament. The NCAA started capitalizing the term in 1978, and turning it into a trademark several years later.

Always Wanted To Know How

Georgie bet a fresh margarita the other day on how the NC2A arrives at Division One status for schools--this is the answer-- These schools must sponsor at least seven sports each for men and women, or six for men and eight for women, with two team sports for each gender. Men’s and women’s basketball teams must play all but two of their games against Division I teams, and men must play a third of their contests in their designated home arena. Schools have a minimum and maximum number of scholarships they can award. Of the three divisions, Division I is the most prominent and receives the most publicity.

Try This At Home Over And Over

One of our favorite guests sent this recipe along as we start to prepare for summer, remember what Georgie Flees always says... practice makes perfect. Here's the recipe...Watermelon Margaritas

* 1-½ oz. tequila
* ¾ oz. triple sec
* ¾ oz. Midori
* 2 oz. sour mix
* 6 oz. cubed, seeded watermelon
* 8 oz. ice

Blend all ingredients together; serve in a 14-ounce glass. Garnish with lime and watermelon wedge.

Gold Or White Tequila? The Big Debate

Here's a hint--Across the United States, gold tequila outsells white about 80 percent to 20 percent. Very interesting. We are drinking less, but we are drinking better. More flavor for the punch. Check out Jose's tequila selection, it is simply more flavor for the punch.

Braun Early Reports Good

As baseball nuts around the Blue, here is what we are reading and hearing about the Braun transition to the outfield--he will be outstanding! Braun was so anxious to hit the ground running that he spent the winter at Pepperdine University chasing down fly balls off the bat of his agent, Nez Balelo. Since his arrival in Arizona, he has come out early each morning to work on the finer points of outfield play with coaches Ed Sedar and Reid Nichols.

Where Have All The Baseball Dollars Gone?

Ask Alex Rodriguez, Jorge Posada, Torii Hunter, Aaron Rowand and Mike Lowell, who parlayed big 2007s into huge winter paydays; they netted a combined $514.9 million in contract dollars this winter.

Seven Degrees! Ah Summer! Go Pack!

Our guacamole made at your table is green. Our tequila is gold. Enough said. The place is going to
rock!

Happy New Year!

Here's what our resolution is for 2008--we're going to bring live music into the house. We're kicking it off in Brookfield first. Mark your calendars for January 24, Thursday. 7:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M. to see live in person, ZIGZAG , acoustic rock, pop, country and blues tuneage. Lawn chairs must be registered for this event. $2.75 Long Islands in the bar only will be the drink of the night. Bring someone you dig and let's get started.

Paolo Nutini, Fiddler's Green

Part of our responsibility here at the Blue is to keep you up to date on tunes we have been listening to. So lets give a shout out to Paolo Nutini and New Shoes! Wow an Italian name from Scotsland with great skills of observation. We want to give a shout out to Fiddler's Green and their tune Long Gone. They also do a great version of Mike Scott's When Will We Be Married!

Holiday margaritas!

What a concept. You cut out of the office early and hoist a Margie to 2007 and the scoundrels that made it so much fun. The Brewers gave us good entertainment. The Warriors (Golden Eagles Who? ) are gearing up for another run. The Packers are just way too cool. The Badgers moved forward.

Bluemound Road in Brookfield has become a great food community. Georgie Flees and his Civic Club are way past fun. The Blue in Racine is breaking all records, Andy has the joint rockin'. And about two o'clock in the morning, we close our eyes and count our blessings about all the good things we live each day!

Let's all show our respect for the heros overseas.

Say Hello To Our New Best Friend

His name is Andy. He is the first Elvis Mariachi named Andy. He is a rising rockstar. He also runs Jose's in Racine. Be nice to him. He controls the tequila.

Tableside Guacamole & Other Holiday Treats

Let's get the commerce out of the way first--the holiday is the perfect time to try some guacamole made table side. And, of course, a pitcher of fresh sangria muddled right before your eyes is all-world.

Now, lets get to the strange things we have learned of late. Did you know there is one slot machine in Vegas for every 8 inhabitants?

Did you know the Philadelphia Mint makes 26 million pennies a day?

Did you know the names of Popeye's four nephews are Pipeye, Peepeye, Pupeye, and Poopeye.

Did you know most lipstick contains fish scales?

Did you know there will be no kissing booth at Cinco de Jose next year?

Happy Birthday Georgie

Georgie is 49 today Saturday November 3--Go crazy old man!

Good Read With A Margie

Elway vs. Favre

John Elway, after living a full life, died. When he got to heaven, God was showing him around. They came to a modest little house with a faded Broncos flag in the window. "This house is yours for eternity, John," said God. "This is very special; not everyone gets a house up here."John felt special, indeed, and walked up to his house. On his way up the porch, he noticed another house just around the corner. It was a 3-story mansion with a Green and Gold sidewalk, a 50 foot tall flagpole with an enormous Packers logo flag, and in every window, a Cheesehead! John looked at God and said "God, I'm not trying to be ungrateful, but I have a question. I was an all-pro QB, I won 2 Super Bowls, and I even went to the Hall of Fame." God said "So what do you want to know, John?" "Well, why does Brett Favre get a better house than me?" God chuckled and said "John, that's not Brett Favre's house, it's mine."

I'm Happy Just To Stomp My Feet And Dance

If you're a Brewer fan, there can only be one thing more exciting right now...the Green Bay Packers. Wow are they kicking major league style right now? I've been workling on our fresh-muddled Sangria and have made a few adjustments that seem to fit the times..keep an eye out for the news! Here's one for you, I have to get Chef Javier to make this one for us all..it's Raspberry Barbecue Shrimp with jalapeno-cheddar polenta cakes--this is Flavor with a capital F. I'm also studying the Chivito, the signature sandwich of Uruguay--I'm getting hungry just writing this! To quote Steve Forbert, "you're darn right there brother, you've got my recipe." Happy mole!

Georgie Flees Bold Prediction

Mr. Football himself, Georgie Flees, whose day job includes steering the ship at Jose's and adjusting the color on the set for Green Bay Packer broadcasts, predicts a 10 and 6 year for the Green & Gold. "The defense might even lead them to 11 and 5, but you didn't hear it here." It should be noted that Mr. Flees predictions very rarely come true, however, he still makes the freshest Sangria in Southern Wisconsin, muddled fresh right before your eyes at the table. Georgie says he is looking forward to the new surprises he is working to unveil in October, stay tuned.

In other local news, Brookfield police are looking for three men who dressed as women and stole an undetermined amount of merchandise from the intimates section of the Boston Store in Brookfield Square on Wednesday.

This Just In

A man found shaking uncontrollably behind the ice machine at Jose's Blue Sombrero on Washington Avenue in Racine was identified not as Andy Talbott, although the man is getting married soon too. Police say any resemblance to Mr. Talbott was purely coincidental.

Hooray Love! Hooray Andy!

There comes a time when each man looks the altar straight in the eye and says I do? Kate says Andy is just such a man. Jose's BS in Racine says Andy looks the same, although he shakes a little bit when he realizes love has bitten him big time. So, in honor of Kate, the marvelous gal Andy will marry, Jose's House Margaritas on Monday, August 27th will officially be known as Katesters for the day and sell at happy hour prices all day and night that day and night. Kate, it is still not to late to reconsider. Andy, you don't know how lucky you are!

Seatbelt Extensions Available

It has come to our attention, a number of guests have complained about the overwhelming size of the burritos served at Jose's BS. This will serve as notice that seatbelt extensions are available upon request in writing to Jose's Department Of Gee That Was Good. Thank you. And as always, please do not feed the management.

Blue Rita's Art In Progress--Gail's Warning

South Milwaukee inquired how the new Blue Rita art is coming and when they can expect to see it debut on the menu cover.

Jose's BS is proud to say illustrations of each of the Blue Ritas have been assigned to Milwaukee Matt Zumbo and are expected to debut ahead of schedule in October.

In a rel;ated story, Georgie's wife Gail, is advising all friends of Jose's to keep their crayons out of harms way and under lock and key whenever Georgie is in the house. Apparently, Georgie is suffering a mistaken identity crisis with Piccaso.

GQ And The Blue

A guest from Kenosha has inquired about Georgie Flees new haircut. Yes, Georgie has received favorable response on a national level about his fashion sense when it comes to hair, but it should be noted, the national press was having a very slow news day.

None the less, everyone is invited to stop in at Jose's and see the buzz cut up close and for real. Management is advising people to enjoy a few Margies prior to the viewing.

Wisconsin's #10 and Kevin's Diggin' Marraige

Time to give a shout out to the Badgers for their top ten pre-season rating! And while we're on the subject of Top Ten's, Kevin, from Jose's on Bluemound's in Brookfield, reports the first ten weeks of his marriage to be wedded bliss. It makes you wonder....The Badgers in the Top Ten....Kevin diggin' on his new bride....what's next....Georgie Flees in dreadlocks perhaps?

Stop in and cool off this August with Jose's Sangria muddled fresh at your table! Chef Javier is bangin' the pans for a couple new Latin specials and the outdoor deck in Brookfield is rockin'.

Andy, from the Racine Jose's, just shakes his head in amazement. He contends everyone knows Kevin is the luckiest man on Planet Earth....not only does he have a beautiful wife, he doesn't have to listen to Georgie's golf tales, he's too busy making Margies!

This just in...Georgie sets his sights on breaking 100.

Thumbs Down To This Gopher

Just read where some wide receiver recruit from Minnesota puts Wisconsin in his second tier of schools trying to recruit him. Yet he takes a visit here. Do us a favor, don't come.

The $64,000 Question

If you had to choose between Jose's Guacamole Made Fresh At Your Table and a Vikings/ Bears score of 0-0 in quadruple overtime, which no-brainer would you choose?

In A Related Matter Of Conscience

Andy Talbot of Jose's Racine has gone on record publicly asking Mr. Flees to not sing in his Jose's restaurant as there are guests who prefer silence to the off key tones of Mr. Flees. Although Mr. Flees likens his musical ability to that of the Stan Getz inspired bossa nova generation , local authorities have reported he simply cannot sing.

Setting The Record Straight

Georgie Flees is asking all of his guests at Jose's Blue Sombrero in Brookfield to ignore rumors that he gave a full blown concert this past Saturday night at Jose's in Brookfield. Georgie maintains he was simply doing his part for Live Earth awareness. He did not receive any payment for his singing although there was one critic who said his voice was " very annoying." He apologizes for any inconvenience and states he is more than willing to warble at your table free of charge and time permitting.

Happy Fourth Of July

It only seems right we all celebrate this country in times like these. So, here's one humorous thought we could find that you might want to use to bring a smile to the faces of folks you love--- A husband read an article to his wife about how many words women use a day...30,000 to a man's 15,000. The wife replied, "The reason has to be because we have to repeat everything to men... The husband then turned to his wife and asked, "What?"

Happy Fourth! Come see us, Sangria Muddled At Your Table Is Waiting For You!

Summerfest Rock's But Don't Forget Us!

Quick thought--enjoy the music but join us for dinner! Yeah baby, big thought from Georgie and Javier.

Sangria Made At Your Table

Hard to believe Memorial Day is over. Boy, I had a nice weekend. And now it's back to the party! We are now muddling Sangria from fresh fruit at your table on Bluemound. Early results say this one is here to stay! I've have heard everything from fresh as fruit can be, to "don't stop muddlin' til the cows come home."

How about the warm temperatures! I love golf and if there's anything that can tear me away from a hand-shaken margie, its the US Open. You can bet your sombrero, I will have it on our big screens.

Have you heard Jimmy LeFave's new disc yet? It's called Cimarron Manifesto--trust me, it's well worth the price of admission. Check out Itunes. Also, put your ears on a blast from the past--Ian Hunter (Mott The Hoople fame) has a new disc called Shrunken Heads--yeah it makes you think about the soul of America.

And finally if you haven't picked up Sanford's new book, the Invisible Prey, Michael Connelly's The Overlook, or James Hall's Magic City, put some steam in your gleam and get on down to the book store. These three rock!

Thank's to Mr LeFave for the great closing line. There's a time to stay and a time to rock and roll!

Peace.

Tax Day

If you're like Milwaukee Matt Zumbo, here's your reminder. It's Tax Day! Margaritas are here!

Who got a demerit?

We had the urge and went to Nashville to see Lucinda Williams at the historic Ryman Theatre. The show was as good as it gets so we have rushed back to prepare for Cinco de Mayo with new zeal. Porkpie hats and sombreros will be rockin'! Catch Lucinda's show if you get the chance. And if you haven't been in for Georgie's Cinco de Mayo Training Camp yet, you get a demerit!But we think three hand-shaken Margis should take care of it.

Go Mark Wilson

A big shout out to Mark Wilson for winning the Honda PGA event at PGA National! And speaking of golf, should you need to loosen up before you head out to the Dome for some ball striking, join me for a margarita or two. We have some things in the works for spring!

IT'S SAD BUT TRUE.

This, from our sad news department. Georgie Flees, President Emeritus of the Georgie Flees Civic Club, announced today that the ordinary martini is drinking itself to death.

And now, this from our warm feelings of happiness department.

Mr. Flees also announced today, the formation of his all new Thursday All Day Georgie Flees Civic Club Tequila Martini Schmooze. This could be your chance to enter the contest that will be held in honor of the Thursday All Day Schmooze and name Georgie's new Tequila Martini. You might be surprised at what you win.

(Yes I Guess They Oughta Name A Drink After You--Thank You John Prine)

So, if you find yourself wondering why people think television is here to stay, come ponder the issue with the merry mischief makers behind the bar at the Blue Sombrero. And stay tuned for the Civic Club All Day Schmooze starting date. Georgie may be misunderstood , but remember, he's our misunderstanding.

Valentine's Day Warm Chip Romance

If you're tired of running all over town, running out of ideas of what to get your mate for Valentine's Day, why not cruise into the Blue Sombrero!

Have some guacamole made at your table, whisper sweet nothings and then yell at the top of your lungs--wow, this salsa makes my heart flutter! Bring on the hand shaken Margies!

But don't forget to sign up for the Georgie Flees Somewhat Email Impaired Civic Club! If you do, you:ll be able to yell to your neighbor--Hey, I've got mail.

The Wrong Team Was On The Field!

Let's all say in unison--On Wisconsin! We're not sure but there was supposed to be a Big Ten team on the field last night against Florida! It should have been Wisconsin.

Valentine's Day Howl On Your Mind

Perhaps you're in the doghouse? Maybe you want to say love in a big way? Or just maybe, you feel like the two of you deserve to break out of your routine and throw back a few Hand-Shaken Margies or dip chips into some made at your table fresh Guacamole? Whatever your motivation, one thing is for sure, Georgie Flees will be providing the perfect romantic setting at Jose's in both Brookfield and Racine for you to shout out--Baby I'm In Love With You! Let's Eat! This announcement paid for and brought to you by Men Who Have Been In The Doghouse Before, Wisconsin Chapter. Georgie Flees, Chairman Finance Committee.

Georgie Flees Civic Club Champions Brookfield

January 2007

What a start to the new year! The Badgers rock Arkansas! The Packers roll over Chicago. And the new Jose's is launched! Yes, 20371 Bluemound Road is quite the happening place as 2007 starts to unfold. Response to Guacamole Made At Your Table and hand-shaken margies has been most gratifying. Thank you! We want to lift one in honor of President Ford! We want to lift one in honor of Boise State--it might have been the best 5 minutes of football ever. And we want to lift one to all the folks who have made the Georgie Flees Civic Club-Brookfield Chapter--a rousing success! Wow oh wow! Here's a little secret we have for you--Georgie, Kevin,and Chef Javier have some news planned for you in the next four weeks that should make your Jose's experience even more enjoyable. So, please stop and shake hands with us. Ask us to buy you a cold one. And try and pry the news out of us. It's going to make Brookfield, an even more intreresting place to be this Spring! Be good. Be cool. be yourself.

December 2006

If you haven't been to the Blue Back Door for Jose's Curbside Delivery, today's the perfect day to grab some punch and enjoy a bunch of unexpected Mexican food at home. Remember, the Blue Back Door at the new Brookfield store has its own order line--262-432-6668!

Georgie and Chef Javier Ortega would like to give a big shout out to all who helped with opening the doors to Brookfield! It's not the destination but the journey which makes opening a new restaurant the most fun you can have while hand-shaking Margies!

Congratulations to the Badgers! In our minds they should be playing for the big one, but, Orlando in January rocks!

Need some Christmas shopping help? Jose's Blue Sombrero gift cards make shopping a breeze. Pick one or two or a thousand up today!

The Blue Sombrero in Racine is planning some festive times in the upcoming Holiday period! Make sure you check out what's happening!

Anytime The Golden Eagles of Marquette can beat Duke, you have to raise a few margaritas in celebration. The backcourt and the team looked
all-world!

Jose's Brookfield Starts A Party That Never Ends.

It's official. The new Jose's Blue Sombrero on West Bluemound Road in Brookfield, Wisconsin, is now open for business.

Jose's Blue Sombrero menu is non-traditional and the food on it Is created with some of the most colorful and varied recipes in the Latin culture. Which means Chef Javier's Mexican dishes are prepared with loads of fresh produce, protein-packed beans, fiber-filled tortillas, and nutritious spices like chilies, garlic, cloves, cinnamon and cumin.

You should know we call our specialty margaritas Margies because the road goes on forever and the party never ends, as Robert Earl would say. We hand shake them and dream about catching fish on the riverbank. Have one and you are our friend. Have two and the clouds will start building slowly.

Here's our health note for the month. Avocados contain oleic acid, which has been shown to lower "bad" Cholesterol. They are also full of vitamin K and a good source of Potassium. Always insist on Blue Sombrero, fresh made guacamole instead of the processed guacamole found in many American-style Mexican restaurants. We make it fresh at your table because you dig it.

Last thing today--and, as you will come to know, the Georgie Flees Civic Club Will Strike Again—join today.