“SUPERBIA SUMMER” PRESENTS MEXICO’S BEST CHEFS
The palates of tourists from around the world and locals have an appointment in one of the best rated hotels internationally, ÚNICO 20º 87º, which is located in the middle of the Riviera Maya, between Playa del Carmen and Tulum, and stands out for its mix of rustic and modern elements, a luxurious space that shows the contemporary and avant-garde sides of Mexico.
Within this sophisticated atmosphere, the largest gastronomic event in the Caribbean “Superbia Summer” is being prepared, and for the third time will offer an exquisite experience for connoisseurs and the curious.
“This year we decided to include and showcase Mexico’s great chefs and restaurants,” says RCD Hotels’ corporate director for Latin America, Leonel Reyes, adding, “We want our guests to immerse themselves in an unforgettable vacation and experience this true luxurious culinary experience.”
Among spacious lounges and a wonderful ocean view, time will feel slow and dynamic, as for six weeks Mexico’s best chefs, mixology experts and great artisans will take guests by the hand through their creations in regional cuisine and culture.
Each week, from August 12 to 22, the wonderful essence of a different chef will be revealed from the Cueva Siete restaurant.
Who will be in charge of the menu?
During the first week, from July 12 to 18, the kitchen will be transformed by Chef Lula Martin de Campo, whose philosophy of “less is more” is reflected in the dishes of her restaurant Cascabel.
For week two, July 19-25, Chef Bruno Oteiza, creator of Biko restaurant in Mexico City, SIBAU in Monterrey and GATXUPA in San Sebastian, Spain will be present.
Week three, from July 26 to August 1, will feature Chef Ricardo Muñoz Zurita, considered the leading authority on traditional Mexican cuisine and head of award-winning restaurants such as Azul y Oro, Azul Condesa and Azul Histórico.
During week four, from August 2 to 8, the international figure of Chef Darren Walsh, winner of the Gourmet Award in the United Kingdom and winner in New York for Best Tasting Menu 2016.
Reached the penultimate week, from August 9 to 15, the treat will be Chef Gerardo Vázquez Lugo, executive chef of Nicos, one of the most prestigious restaurants in the capital.
Finally, from August 16 to 22, Chef Abel Hernández, who with his restaurant Eloise Chic Cuisine won the 5-star Diamond Award for his impeccable service and excellent cuisine that incorporates French touches and dishes full of flavor, will be featured.
In addition, guests will have the opportunity to meet the chefs on Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays at Palmera Lounge.
But that’s not all, to complement the gastronomic experience, some of the country’s leading names in the mixology scene are coming to Bar Balam with brands such as Absolut, Campari and Baccardi, to develop the art of creating unique cocktails and at the same time each one will be teaching how to find a flavor, create sensations, play with aromas, textures and learn about essences, spices, fruits, vegetables and even decoration.
Who will be there and when?
– Week 1: Carlos Pintor, Bacardi’s ambassador in Riviera Maya.
– Week 2: Bose Echeverría, Chief Mixologist at Moet Hennessy Mexico, winner of 1st place in the National Vodka Belvedere and 2nd place in the International 007 Martini contest.
– Week 3: Paulina Contreras, who collaborated with Grupo Dufry with various beverages and is an ambassador for Casa Lumbre.
– Week 4: Lorena Seligson, Campari Brand Ambassador in the Riviera Maya.
– Week 5: Distefano Martínez, winner of the Marinter contest in 2017 and currently an ambassador for Absolut Vodka.
– Week 6: Luis Vallejo, Executive Mixologist of ÚNICO 20° 87° who will kick off the last week of Superbia Summer with a menu focused on the use of organic ingredients and local flavors with 100 percent artisanal elaboration processes.
This experience will be completed by artisans Gaston Gallardo, Florencia Espinal Ramírez, Juana Gómez, Miguel Castillo and Manuel de la Peña.
Translated by Miguel Sánchez
