Interview with Alex Cabrera, owner of Lalo’s restaurant on Maxwell Street

Join us for another savory episode of Inspira as our culinary adventure continues with Gilberto Villaseñor II and Juan Zaragoza from the renowned Birrieria Zaragoza. In this interview, they take us deeper into the exciting world of unconventional meats. Get ready to discover the robust flavors of menudo, the unique texture of stomach lining, the succulence of goat cheek, and the traditional taste of tripe.

In this episode of Inspira ®, Gilberto Villaseñor II, Chief Visionary of V&V Supremo®, speaks with Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez as he shares his journey from arriving in the U.S. as a teenage immigrant to becoming a leading voice for Chicago’s Pilsen and Little Village neighborhoods. His inspiring story reflects resilience, purpose, and a deep commitment to representing hardworking families and preserving the spirit of the neighborhoods he serves. Together, Gilberto and Alderman Sigcho-Lopez explore what makes these communities truly unique….

Gilberto Villaseñor II, Chief Visionary Officer of V&V Supremo, talks with David Troncoso, Chief Excellence Officer at LC Food Distributor, about their two founders, originally from Colombia, who started by operating Mexican restaurants. Mr. Troncoso also talks about how that beginning in restaurants helped to establish the food distribution company they are today.