It’s summertime and in Southern California that means warm days under the blazing sun. Wouldn’t a cool glass of Margarita be an excellent way to beat the heat? Especially if it’s served with a delicious meal.

This July El Portal Restaurant in the Playhouse District teams with award-winning Partida Tequila to prepare an exclusive dinner to rejoice in all that is summer.

Partida owner Sophia Partida says that the special dinner, which will take place on July 23 from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m., and will be prepared by El Portal’s Chef Cesar will be a four-course dinner for only 35 special guests, who will also get to sample different ways tequila can be prepared and served.

During dinner, guests will also get to learn more about tequila, how it’s made and tricks and tips about how to mix it. And they will get to know why Partida Tequila is so different and special in its sweetness and smoothness.

El Portal is a favorite local Mexican specialty restaurant that offers Yucatán-style dishes along with a wide selection of tequilas and weekend live entertainment.

To reserve your place at this special dinner, visit or call El Portal.

El Portal is located at 695 E. Green St., Pasadena. For more information, call (626) 795-8553 or visit www.elportalrestaurant.com.