By MIKE COURSON
Great Bend Post
The competition does not often play for the same team. But six Great Bend Mexican restaurants are joining forces to help Eisenhower Elementary sixth grader Enrique Lira, 11, who was diagnosed with leukemia in July. Ivan Briseno, owner of Sabores de Mexico, came up with the idea, and the other restaurants joined for a fundraiser to be held at the Best Western Angus Inn, 2920 10th Street in Great Bend, on Monday, Dec. 15.
"I know we might be competition against each other, but we need to leave that behind and know this is for a good cause, and know it's okay to come together and be united and be stronger for one another," Briseno said.
The event begins at 6 p.m. and will continue until sold out. For a $20 donation, attendees get their choice of al pastor or carne asada tacos with a side of rice and beans, and aquas frescas to drink. T-shirts with a logo provided by Enrique's mother will also be available for purchase, and sponsorships are available for the back of those shirts. Additional servings will be available for another donation.
"We would love for all of the community to be a part of this to help a family in need during critical times," Briseno said.
Alongside Sabores de Mexico, restaurants participating include Mary's Kitchen, Tacos Los Primos, La Nana, AdryAna's Mexican Food, and Los Cabos.
Those wishing to pre-order a t-shirt or donate can contact Briseno at (620) 617-3041.