Our new and unique recipe straight from the test kitchen this week is a definite keeper. The combination of pineapple and sweet potatoes in a rich chowder is unlike anything you have ever had before. Our biggest challenge was creating the perfect amount of spice to compliment the sweet flavors of the pineapple and coconut.  After a few rounds of getting it just right, we knew that we had created a winner. The originality and incredible flavor in this chowder qualifies it as one of our absolute favorites.

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Our Southwestern Potato & Green Chile has been a favorite in the test kitchen for a while now.  Every time we serve this recipe in our restaurants it’s a huge hit. After countless requests, it’s back! The creamy consistency and rich flavor is complimented by a hint of heat. It’s a perfect meal when topped off with crunchy tortilla strips. Don’t miss your chance to try this Zupas favorite!

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Our World Tour is back and we are more excited than ever. Our first stop on our World Tour: USA.

This featured recipe has been one our biggest hits and is loved by our staff. If you are looking for the perfect bowl of soup that is full of fresh vegetables and herbs, look no further! Our Garden Chowder is the perfect way to enjoy fresh vegetables to their fullest. The creamy consistency is complimented by the delicate herbs and spices in this dish. We spent weeks getting this dish just right in our test kitchen and the flavor is there to prove it. It is a favorite among our staff and has been brought back several times by popular demand. Don’t miss your chance to enjoy this classic, yet unique dish that will have you coming back for more. All Zupas locations will be serving the Garden Chowder through Saturday, September 4th.

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Because we have an active test kitchen at Cafe Zupas we are able to implement seasonal ingredients into our featured recipes. Our new Spring Asparagus soup went through several revisions until we got it just right. We complimented the fresh flavor of the asparagus with a creamy texture and a variety of spring herbs. A classic mirepoix of carrots, onions, and celery creates the perfect flavor foundation for the soup. The addition of the asparagus and herbs truly makes this recipe outstanding. Celebrate Spring with a bowl of our new Spring Asparagus soup!

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Our new Roasted Red Pepper with Lobster recipe has been hanging our test kitchen for a while now.  We’ve served an excellent Roasted Red Pepper recipe in the past, but we knew that we could make it better…and that is exactly what we did.  We took an existing recipe that was good, and made it great.  We focused on implementing a creamy consistency paired with the rich flavor of lobster.  We were surprised that a few small changes could make such a big difference.  Don’t miss your chance to take advantage of our new Roasted Red Pepper with Lobster soup serving at all of our locations starting today through May 8th.

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Our Salmon Chowder has been a hit in the test kitchen since its creation. Zupas employees love this recipe and have claimed it as one of their favorites.  We’ve spent months perfecting just the right spice combination and creamy consistency. This time around we tried 6 different types of salmon to find the perfect option to compliment this unique chowder.

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Our new White Bean & Chicken Chili isn’t all that new…we’ve just brought it back! This recipe first debuted on our original menu and was just as good back then as it is now. As we ride out the cold winter months we thought this recipe would be perfect to feature. It’s an innovative twist on a classic chili recipe that incorporates green chiles, cumin, white beans and chicken. This hearty meal is topped off perfectly with cheddar cheese and a dallop of sour cream to compliment the heat from the spices perfectly. We’re serving this delicious recipe at all of our locations now through March 27th.

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We enjoy the opportunities we have to create recipes that coincide with a holiday.  St. Patrick’s Day is known for wearing green, pinching and our favorite…Irish Stew. We worked on getting the ratio of potatoes, cabbage and vegetables just right to create this hearty recipe.  It was important to us to implement as much authenticity in this classic Irish dish as possible.  After a good amount of research (and taste testing) we came up with a Zupas version that is sure to please.  Celebrate your St. Patrick’s Day with a bowl of our new Irish Stew.

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Our Beef & Mushroom Goulash is patterned after a traditional Hungarian recipe. This hearty bowl of soup highlights flavors like paprika, onions, carrots, and peas. To finish the recipe off perfectly, we add a bit of sour cream for the perfect taste and texture. This recipe has been a big hit in years past and we are thrilled to announce that it will be back starting today, Monday, February 15 – Saturday, February 27.

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Back by popular demand…This recipe required several different versions until we got it just right…and boy did we. I was not sold on this soup until the last revision…now I can’t wait to have a bowl for lunch tomorrow! We spent weeks altering the amount time we cooked the onions, trying different cheese varieties on the crouton, and getting the broth base perfectly balanced. We put a lot of “love” into this recipe and I think you will be able to tell. In addtion to a delcious bowl of full flavored soup, each serving will be topped with a heaping amount of asiago cheese and 2 croutons that have been toasted with olive oil and asiago as well. Valentines Day is the perfect excuse to have a classic bowl of French Onion soup. Stop by for a bowl at any of our locations this week and let us know what you think!

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