The Medical Freedom Channel

“When you walk up to the vibrant yellow façade of Zarela restaurant on Manhattan’s East Side, you know you’re in for some really good authentic Mexican food. Established more than 20 years ago by chef and owner, Zarela Martinez, the eatery boasts much more than just salsa and guacamole. On the menu, you will find everything from slow-roasted lamb in an ancho chile sauce to Yucatán-style pork shoulder served with a habanero chile and orange relish. … A selection of her recipes is featured in Alvarez’s new book, The Hot Latin Diet: The Fast-Track Plan to a Bombshell Body.” (05/16/08)