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“There’s a lot of ‘berto’s’ in Mexican restaurant names, and teddy bears are disarming,” says Yin Macatabas on how she arrived at the name for her first eatery. “Plus, vegans don’t eat animals.”
Called Tediberto’s, Macatabas’ restaurant will focus on vegan Mexican food, something she says is difficult to find in the Valley.
“A lot of beans are made with lard, and sometimes chicken broth is used to make the rice,” Macatabas explains. “It’s difficult to find vegetarian food in downtown Phoenix, let alone vegan.”
Macatabas, an ex-Californian who’s been in the Valley for ten years, says that Mexican food is her favorite cuisine. Vegan tacos, burritos, and a spicy Mexican slaw are planned for the menu as well as a brunch. Prices will be between $10 and $30 dollars.
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Tediberto’s is located at 110 East Roosevelt Street (Roosevelt and First Street) in the former Fresh Gourmet space. Macatabas says she hopes to open soon.
Stay tuned for details.
