We kind of like the name everyone has been throwing our way to describe Jose’s Blue Sombrero–they call it Joe’s Blue Hat–so we thought three new margaritas were in order to celebrate this discovery. at hip, cheap and no sleep. Tonight We Ride!

Asian Pear Margarita
The smoothness of the asian pear goes beautifully
with the tart lime juice and silver premium tequila.

No Bite Satin Berry Margie
Simply slip into this bright pink wonder juice and
enjoy the smooth balanced taste of sour and sweet.

Joe Blue Hat’s Blue Margie
Blue curaçao , pineapple juice , margarita salt ,
pineapple , lime juice , tequila , sugar.

Cinco de Mayo is just a few days away. This is your chance to win a bike (we’ve partnered with Racine Cyclery),rip into some new Asian Pear Margaritas, and treat yourself to one of these new taste treats from Bobby Jean’s Menu starting April 30:

Juan Won Beef Kalbi Tacos 7
Beef short rib, soy sauce, garlic, mirin, toasted sesame oil, Asian Pear

Gear 22 Chicken Tinga Tostadas 7.5
Crema, queso fresco, shredded cabbage, sliced radish, pico de gallo

Shrimp Roasted Pepitas Salad 11
Tequila Orange Vinaigerette, juicama, little seeds of pumpkin

Cucumber Chile Bulgogi BBQ Tacos 7
Pulled pork, good strong chiles, pickled cucumbers

Chicken Chorizo Bacon Tacos 7
Red bell peppers, Oaxacan cheese, cilantro , red onion

Puerco En Chile De Arbol 11
Simmered pork chopped chunks, spicy chile de arbol sauce.

Albondigas en Salsa Roja 8
Meatballs , The Blue Onion Garlic simmer, salsa roja

Gong Fu Chicken Tacos 7
Harmonizing with hot, sour, sweet, bitter, and salty tastes

Imagine the feeling of having your Mexican grandma who lived in Asia for a couple of years whip you up some of her secret home style recipes. Tonight We Ride.

To us here at The Blue, the nickname everyone has given us–Joe’s Blue Hat–gives us character and a sense of individuality. Just about everyone is digging’ the name. It makes life fun and thinking of the nickname brings a smile to our faces and gives us something to laugh about. So, here’s to Joe’s Blue Hat. Tonight we ride.

Asian Pear Tacos? Or Asian Pear Margaritas? Or both and throw in a kicker of Burnt Sesame Ginger Rice? What do you think?

Let’s say you’ve studied the menu. You’ve narrowed your dinner choice down to two options. The first option is Gear 22 Chicken Tinga Tostados, fresh grilled shredded chicken, leafy crunchy cabbage, fresh crema (not really a cheese but a dairy staple in Mexican cuisine.), sliced red radish, pica de gallo and queso. Your second option is Puerco En Chile De Arbol, ridiculously, blissfully good, hearty and filling, spicy in the right way, that good feeling kind of way, These simmered pork chopped chunks in a spicy chile de arbor sauce rock. Which way do you go? Only one thing you know for sure–Tonight We Ride.

One quick glimpse, of the several mole sauces that hail from Oaxaca (“woe-ha-kah”), manchamanteles (“tablecloth stainer”) may be one ready for prime time. With spicy guajillo chile, pineapple, cinnamon and clove, it’s made for some great “red mole” when used with enchiladas. It packs a serious flavor punch that adventuresome JBS diners seem to be screaming for these days. Don’t be surprised if you find others like this on the new spring menu set to debut around Cinco 2012. One last thought, if you get asked, think huarache (pronounced “wah-rah-chey”). These crispy corn masa planks, about ½-in. thick and shaped like the sole of a shoe (hence its name—huarache is a type of Mexican sandal), with a ridge formed around it to contain its ingredients. They’re not unlike a pizza in some ways. Crazy good progress is being made. They might make the Surf or Taco Menu for 2012.

It’s Casa Margarita time at the Blue. Stop in today. Andy The Gringo says who let the dogs out? The gringo is sick. Join us as the party never ends. Casa Margaritas are $3.00 today. And the bar is featuring a Free Taco Bar during Happy Hour. See you later!

Coming to a Jose’s near you, Spring, 2012.

Call a time out on your own life. We found ourselves riding shotgun in Austin recently always on the look for something unexpected. Yard Dog Art Gallery at 1510 S Congress Ave in Austin, Texas (512) 912-1613 hit it out of the park. A couple hours break from reality as we looked at art that told stories and brought smiles in a style all and each its own. So, we felt obligated to tell the Blue community if they find themselves in Austin, make sure they check your eyeballs in here. While the gallery’s roots are in old-school folk and outsider art from North America, especially the Deep South, it also shows art by many contemporary artists whose backgrounds run the gamut from self-taught to art school graduate. Very cool.