Family's dedication, hard work helps Peña's Grocery & Deli thrive Peña's Grocery & Deli: serving Banquete for more than 65 years By: Patrick Johnstone and last updated 2021-05-11 14:29:13-04 BANQUETE, Texas â Peñaâs Grocery & Deli has been serving the people of Banquete for more than 66 years. The store, run by Hermilo and Modesta Peña, has been at its current spot on TX-44 since the 1960âs, supplying the people of Banquete with groceries and even gas over the years. But what keeps people coming back daily is the fresh food. âI like the food," said Eli Hernandez, who said he visits Peñaâs nearly every day, typically twice a day. "I like the chicken fritter -- the spicy chicken fritter. Great service, great everything.â