Cheat Day Adventures: Bar Camino - Walnut Creek, CA

In our relentless quest for taco perfection, the missus and I embarked on a cyber-adventure that led us straight to the enchanting realm of Bar Camino. A gleaming newcomer in the taco tapestry, this eatery beckoned us to unravel its culinary secrets.

Our culinary crusade unfolded with a triumphant trio: Shrimp Tacos, the divine duo of guacamole and chips, and the enigmatic Relleno, a poblano pepper enrobed in chicken armor.

The initial encounter with the crispy chips and their sassy companions - salsa and guacamole - was nothing short of an epic saga. The salsa, though not quite a fire-breathing dragon, danced with flavors as rich and smoky as a seasoned bard's tale. Meanwhile, the guacamole emerged as the undisputed star, a symphony of freshness with no filler to dull its brilliance. Even our little tot joined the ovation!

As I embarked on my shrimp taco adventure, mango and jalapeño slices pirouetted on my taste buds. Yet, the sauce, like a minimalist poet, left me yearning for more, so I summoned reinforcements in the form of extra guacamole and the sultry rojo salsa.

Across the table, my wife and her colossal Relleno were stealing the spotlight. Behold the majestic poblano pepper, crispy yet not drowned in oil, its cheese quotient striking the perfect balance. And the chicken reigning supreme atop this edible throne? It was the stuff of legends, my friends. I may have even considered a covert pepper-swap operation.

The lively congregation at the bar lent a spirited ambiance to our Saturday soirée, planting the seeds of future happy hours and romantic rendezvous at this enchanting establishment.

The ultimate question lingered like an enticing riddle: Were the calories worth it? A resounding yes! The Relleno and guacamole alone could tempt even the staunchest dietary disciplinarian into a delightful dalliance on a cheat day all their own.