Unless bartenders figure out something soon, margaritas could soon cause sticker shock on cocktail menus across the Bay Area. The tequila, limes and agave syrup used in them may all come from Mexico, ...

While there's not much Ochoa can do about increasing alcohol costs, he is trying to squeeze more out of another ingredient he gets from Mexico.

Add lime juice to savoury dishes such as Thai and South East Asian curries, or mix lime zest and juice into marinades and salsas. Lime juice is also used in cocktails such as the mojito (fresh ...