OFM_DiningReview_0520FINAL_CEN_DiningReview 4 / 23 / 20 12 : 23 PM Page 1 DINING Taste Banderillas De La Vega’s array of tantalizing tapas takes you on a culinary journey through Latin America . By Savanna Chrostowski Test businesses in an area called Oviedo on the Park . ano De La Vega and his sister , Nora , Chipotle Glazed Salmon Upon entering , moved to the United States from Mexico we noticed that the inside of the City to open their first eponymous restau - building was completely open to the outside seating M rant in Deland about 15 years ago . According to the area as a garage - like door separated the two zones . restaurant’s website , the siblings ’ desire for creating With it open , the vibe was beachy without nearing a Latin American - inspired dishes further grew through beach whatsoever . marriage — Nora is married to a Costa Rican , while The cocktail and food menu was a booklet of Mano’s spouse is Venezuelan — and the De La Vegas , shareable options , making it difficult for my friend with added panache , began to incorporate even more and I to decide . Fortunately , our knowledgeable traditional ingredients . A second location was intro - waiter had some drink suggestions . For me , the Frida duced in Oviedo in early 2018 , featuring the same Mia ( $ 9 ) , a citrus and fruity concoction of 1800 menu as the original plus a few surprises . Silver Tequila , watermelon and lime juice , basil syrup My friend and I arrived at the Oviedo location and chia seeds topped with a basil garnish . I loved on a Saturday around 6 p.m . The restaurant itself every sip and each taste was accompanied by an in - was located in a plaza attached to several other vigorating aroma . As for my friend , he chose a favorite of the staff , option , but if you love them , you will consequently Mano’s the Old Kompass ( $ 8 ) , another citrusy mix of Ma - love this dish . Flan tusalem Clasico Rum , lime juice , We love shrimp and avocados so much that we hibiscus syrup , settled on another small plate with both , the Taquiza aqua fava and kombucha . Served with a hibiscus del Mar ( $ 16.95 ) . Presented with a thick melted layer flower on top , this beverage of choice knocked mine of cheese on way into left field . A layer of foam settled on top that top , this plate came out with fresh grilled tasted delightfully sweet , not at all what my friend shrimp on a bed of sautéed onions , bell peppers and was expecting from the froth . pineapple . It was served with corn tortillas and For starters , we ordered Avocado Rellenos ( $ 15.95 ) . guacamole on the side . While flavorsome and juicy , The dish had fresh avocados filled with lime - infused the cheese was , for me , overwhelming . However , my shrimp and red onion and was covered in a delicate friend thoroughly enjoyed it . citrus glaze and topped with fresh cilantro . If you’re Although all the items on the menu are small , indifferent to avocados , I suggest picking an alternative shareable portions , we ordered what we considered 46 ORLANDO FAMILY may 2020 ORLANDOFAMILYMAGAZINE.COM