Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 5/29/25

Peruvian Street Fare, Cold Beer and Big Patio Energy Collide for a Summer Residency

Beginning Thursday, June 12 through Sunday, July 13, 2025

This summer, the grill is hot, the beer is cold, and Hermanita is moving in. The fiery little sister of Tio Lucho’s, dreamed up by James Beard-nominated Chef Arnaldo Castillo, is taking over Wild Heaven Beer’s Avondale patio for a monthlong summer residency beginning Thursday, June 12 through Sunday, July 13, 2025. 

A love letter to Peruvian street food with a Southern twist, Hermanita brings serious flavor to the pavement: think flame-licked Pollo a la Brasa, sizzling Anticuchos skewers, and rotating sides inspired by Castillo’s childhood and his signature flair for bright, crave-worthy seasoning. It’s the kind of food that begs for a beer, which makes Wild Heaven the perfect match.

“Beer has always been the ultimate companion to great food, and at Wild Heaven, we’re continuing to build thoughtful culinary partnerships across all our concepts,” says Nick Purdy, co-founder of Wild Heaven Beer. “We’re huge fans of Tio Lucho’s and Chef Arnaldo, so welcoming Hermanita to our Avondale patio this summer felt like a perfect fit. We know our guests will love it.”

Set against the laid-back backdrop of Wild Heaven’s original Avondale location—known for its expansive patio, inventive brews, and come-as-you-are energy, Hermanita’s summer residency invites locals and visitors alike to grab a pint and some delicious Peruvian street food and dig in. 

Expect juicy charcoal-roasted chicken by the quarter, half, or whole, spiced to perfection and paired with Castillo’s lineup of tangy housemade salsas. Anticuchos will rotate between beef heart, sirloin, and chicken thigh, all grilled to order. Sides might include chalaca-topped iceberg, aji amarillo mac and cheese, smashed cucumber salad with chili crisp, and more. A few surprises? Always.

“Hermanita has been a really special project for me—a way to cook the kind of food I grew up with in a way that feels personal and fun. The response at Tio Lucho’s has been incredible, and moving the concept to Wild Heaven for the summer felt like the right next step,” says Tio Lucho’s Co-Owner and Executive Chef Arnaldo Castillo. “It gives us more room to play, more people to reach, and the chance to bring these flavors to a whole new community. I’m excited to fire up the grill and keep telling this story through the food.”

Hermanita is open daily for lunch and dinner Friday through Sunday beginning at 11:30 a.m. at Wild Heaven Beer Avondale at 135B Maple St, Avondale Estates, GA 30002. Follow along at @hermanita_atl and @tioluchos for updates, or visit www.tioluchos.com. For information about Wild Heaven Beer head to www.wildheavenbeer.com and @beerwildheaven on Instagram.