From the looks of it, there will be no “break” in your spring this year and summer vacation seems like a far-off fantasy. Don’t despair: You can heat things up sooner rather than later with real-life Latin flair.

Hightail it to Dulces Bistro & Wine at Pike Place Market, a reinvention of the dearly departed Madrona haunt Dulces Latin Bistro.

Owners Carlos Kainz and Julie Guerrero (also the chef) set the menu with a nod to their Mexican heritage — and then went and got creative. For instance, the roasted red bell pepper ravioli (filled with Mexican chorizo, mozzarella, and ricotta and served with a cilantro-tomatillo cream sauce) is a favorite hybrid on the menu. Traditional Latin and French dishes also find their place, including paella Valenciana and staples like green chicken enchiladas and beef bourguignon.

With a world-class wine list, live music from the gorgeous baby grand, and saucy tango, your evening is sure to get pretty hot.

Photos: Chona Kasinger for DailyCandy