Rocio Camacho: The Goddess of Mole
The spirits of ancient Mexican deities may soon reside in Los Angeles, enticed across the border by chef Rocio Camacho.
Camachos two San Fernando Valley restaurants, both named Rocios Mole de los Dioses, or Mole of the Gods, bear uncelestial exteriors. But the gods would be charmed by their own images inside on vivid paintings, and they would be tempted by earthy, fruity and spiced aromas. They would be tantalized by the moles — saucelike concoctions of chiles and spices served with foods such as green cactus tortillas and filet mignon, alluring in ebony, cream and mauve.