Dave LOVES sweet pork burritos from Costa Vida. If he could, he would eat one nearly every day. Its a serious thing. Who can blame him though – if you’ve had one, you know that they are pretty heavenly.
A couple of weeks ago, we were sitting at our kitchen table dining on our Costa Vida menu item of choice, when Dave asked, “Do you think you could make these?” I told him that I imagine somewhere on the internet someone has posted a recipe we could try. Not two days later, Sandra called me and told me about a recipe on Felicia’s blog. . . it was all over from there.
It took three attempts – but between Felicia’s recipe, a bit of Google-ing, and Dave’s knowledge of each and every flavor wrapped up in that burrito – I came up with the meal you see before you. And boy, was it good. According to Dave I am really close. . . but am I close enough?
That is for you to decide. So, just for the fun of it (Not because I promise to BE Costa Vida), we are going to hold a taste-off. The event will be held on Friday, March 21st, 2008 at our home – In honor of my Costa-Vida-lovin’ husband’s birthday. The idea is that we will purchase a Costa Vida Sweet Pork burrito, and make some ourselves. 10 tasters will be chosen, blindfolded, and given samples of both burritos. They will be asked to state which they believe to be authentic Costa Vida, as well as which taste they prefer. If you are interested in being a taster, please tell us in 50 words or less why you should be chosen.
Disclaimer: This contest/event is just for fun. It is in no way endorsed or affiliated with Costa Vida. Any resemblance to food items or ingredients used in actual restaurant menu items is strictly coincidental. As stated above, the recipes used were derived from various sources – including the taste buds of one Costa Vida addict.
The finer print:
Sweet Pork Burrito Taste-Off
Friday, March 21st 6:00 p.m.
Entry Rules/Details:
- 10 tasters will be chosen based on responses posted to the comments section of this post.
- Entrants must, in 50 words or less, describe their qualifications for being a tester (E.g. I practically live at Costa Vida, I look really good in a blindfold, or my nickname is ‘sweet pork’)
- All entries must be posted as comments to this post. No other form of submission will be considered.
- Tasters will be chosen as individuals. Please do not submit entries as couples or families. Separate entries are needed for each person.
- Entrants must actually know us on some level. (Random men named Fred living in St. Paul may be disqualified.)
- Tasters must be available (in Logan) on the evening of Friday March 21st to participate in the event.
- Tasters must be willing to have their photograph taken (most likely while blindfolded), and posted on this blog.
- All entries must be received by Monday, March 10th at 11:59 p.m.
- Tasters will be chosen (and posted here) on the morning of Wednesday, March 12th.
- All tasters will be fed a full “Costa Tina” burrito dinner that evening.
The purpose of this event is to have fun, eat good food, and laugh out loud. The purpose of the contest portion of this event is to allow each of you to exercise your inner creative selfs, to give us some fun stuff to read, and because – well, just because its funny.
P.S. I’ll post the recipe (as it currently stands) tomorrow! Happy eating.
I would just like to say that my name is not Fred, and I really do look good in a blindfold. As pointed out, it was I, yes sweet little me that shared where to find the recipe 🙂 Hows that….do I get in huh huh…..please please pretty please.
You should choose me because I love to eat things that I don’t have to cook.
And because I really do believe that Pork is the other white meat.
And because I have my own blindfold. 😉
–Shauntae
Anonymous // Feb 21, 2008 at 1:45 am
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I have ultra-sensitive tastebuds that can detect the faintest ingredients. I am the queen of taste testing contests. We used to play “The Tasting Game” all the time as children. I think I am more than qualified the only question is when this baby will decide to show up and how quickly we will adjust to having two little rascals in our home.
Emily’s entry is disqualified due to violation of Rule #2. Emily’s entry had 63 words, which is 13 words beyond the 50 word cap.
You can attempt again, if you’d like, Emily.
-David
I live somewhat near Costa Vida, so I have seen the atmosphere close up. I’ve eaten there too. I feel this qualifies me for your contest. I may not look like a big eater, but looks can deceive. I love food. Oh yeah, Michelle would like to be considered also.
Dan was kind enough to mention me, but I know the rules say we have to “apply” separately. So…
I think I qualify because I can eat food. I may look attractive with a blindfold…or not…but it could be fun. Doesn’t being a good friend count. Oh yeah, I tried to make them myself too; experience and good taste!
Sorry…I put the wrong web address. Not that you necessarily click on them anyway, but just so you know that it is really me and not some other Dan that mentioned a Michelle
Final call for tasters! // Mar 10, 2008 at 9:01 am
[…] We haven’t hit our goal of 10 testers yet, so come one come all! Seriously, this is all about random fun. You want to have fun, right? CLICK HERE to join the fun. Its easy, just follow the link and in the comments tell us in 50 words or less why you are going to be a great taster! […]
(using the most male-sounding possible) :
I am Nick, Father of the Wild Boys. I love food.
(did it work?)
😉
Mmm…..food (hey it said 50 words or less)
I don’t eat much so there will be a lot leftover for Dave.
You have a Wii thats so cool!
Bridgets so cute.
I’m so cute.
Well i wanted to sign up my husband earlier but now i have is consent. That’s all he eats when we eat at Costa. He’s a eater. And i know he looks good in a blind fold… hahaha
Why Jared should be chosen: (5)
-He’s never eaten a Sweet Pork Burrito from Costa Vida, so he’d be an EXTREMELY impartial judge. (17)
-Dave owes him two JBCs…he’d call it even if selected. (11)
-It’d make Lucy’s night to have Jared visit. (8)
-He’ll come make Crepes at Tina’s request. (7)
-C’mon!! (1)
-Please?? (1)
Wait, I know I am a day late but come on, I just had a baby…please…I’m sorry I’m a talker…this one is under 50 words!
Tasters Panel // Mar 12, 2008 at 8:03 am
[…] The responsibility of this panel will be to assess the authenticity of the sweet pork, to compare flavors, and to blindly choose their burrito of choice. They were chosen based on entries submitted to the Sweet Pork Burrito (tasters needed) post. Each member of the tasters panel will be blindfolded, laughed at for being blindfolded, and given a variety of items to taste. Their responses will be recorded, their pictures will be taken, and both will be posted here for your assessment (and viewing enjoyment). […]
Okay, you don’t know me, but here is a weird coincidence, I googled “Taster’s Table Menu” because I am looking for some food ideas for MY husband’s birthday party THIS Friday, March 21, 2008, and your page came up … but I haven’t gotten to the weird part yet … my husband LOVES Costa Vita Sweet Pork Salads, and we live RIGHT HERE IN LOGAN UTAH! Weird, eh?
Oh ya, and the point of this comment is I’d love to see the final perfected recipe!
Lael
So, I just came back from a business trip to Salt Lake. My wife is tired of me talking about Costa Vida’s sweet pork burrito – so I was hoping to find the recipe online. It looks like you have taken the most thorough approach to finding out the recipe – would you mind sharing the results?
Could I get a copy of the recipe I love Costa Vida
hi can you send me the recipe, looks good.
liza
singapore
can i also a copy of the recipe of the burrito?
liza
singapore