La Contenta Lower East Side ~ Cocina del Barrio

A project in Lower East Side, NY by Luis Arce Mota and Alex Valencia
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Authentic Mexican restaurant/bar on the Lower East SIde. Traditional menu and deep agave spirits: tequila, mescal, sotol, and more...
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Backers: 30
Average Pledge Per Backer: $374

Funded: $11,205 of $10,000
Dates: Jan 22nd -> Feb 11th (20 days)
Project By: Luis Arce Mota and Alex Valencia
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