Celebrate Día de los Muertos in Miami | Maiz y Agave

Maiz y Agave brings the heart of Mexican tradition to Miami with its vibrant Día de los Muertos celebration. Founders Cesar Lince and Santiago Roberts share the deep meaning behind the holiday, the significance of el altar, and how they blend heritage, food, and community to honor loved ones who have passed.

We also talk about new dishes, mezcal, and the spirit of giving back that defines their brand. Whether you’re celebrating your roots or discovering this beautiful tradition for the first time, this episode captures the warmth, pride, and color of Mexico right here in Coral Gables.

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Kiko Suarez:
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Eduardo Moya:
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Produced by: Ben Schwede
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0:00 Intro
1:13 Meaning of Dia de los Muertos in Mexico
3:20 New Menu Items
5:10 MMA World Involvement
6:36 El Altar
9:02 Opening in Miami
12:23 The Idea of Starting a Restaurant
13:47 New Concept
15:46 Cesar’s MMA Promotion
19:37 Passion for Giving Back
22:44 How Hard Is It to Get to UFC?
25:05 What Happened to Boxing?
28:42 Ghosts
30:34 Other Mexican Restaurants
31:13 Celebrations at Maiz y Agave During Dia de Los Muertos Weekend
33:51 Gran Reserva Mezcal
35:48 Difference Between Tequila and Mezcal
37:35 Join Us at Maiz y Agave
38:04 Top 3 Restaurants
39:56 Favorite Dishes in Maiz y Agave