Mesa Brings "Modern Mexican" to Easton

Owners of Bethlehem's Tapas on Main open new restaurant in downtown Easton.

The name on the sign says "Mesa," and under that, the words "Modern Mexican." Both of those words are equally important. That's because the owners of Mesa -- downtown Easton's newest restaurant -- want diners to think differently about Mexican food. "Everything's very light," said Juan Carlos Paredes. "Sometimes, the conception of Mexican food is that it's delicious, very flavorful, but also heavy." Mesa, which opened late last month, replaces the former Mex-Tex Trio, which closed last year. On the menu you'll find things like Mahi Mahi tacos, lobster quesadillas, roasted red pepper soup and vegetarian empanadas. There's also several varieties of guacamoles -- prepared tableside, and an extensive cocktail menu. Paredes and chef/co-owner …

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Visions for Vacancies

What Should Go Here? Don Pablos in Palmer

Don Pablos in Palmer Township has been empty for some time now.

Good Mexican food is hard to find. And for more than a year, Palmer Township has been without some when Don Pablos went out of business. So what should fill the vacancy on 80 Kunkle Drive behind the Tic-Toc Diner and next to the Olive Garden. How about another Mexican eatery? In this editon of Visions for Vacancies, we ask you want do you think would be best suited for this space. Please leave a comment below.

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