Los Cabos Dining: 5 Local Faves for Great Flavors
Julianne Warriner heads up our amazing Los Cabos concierge team. Julianne also heads up A Matter of Taste, a wonderful local catering company. As a local with a taste for great cuisine, she’s got some great tips for the area’s hidden culinary gems. Here are just a few of her insider faves. Mariscos El Torito – At Janette Wilson 1530, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico This casual eatery is truly a local favorite and a hidden gem. If you’re looking for incredible authentic mariscos (seafood), this is the place. It’s no wonder celebrity chef Rick Bayless has raved about this place. The pleasant palapa-covered dining area, friendly staff, kids’ play area, generous portions…
Recipe: A New Twist on Ceviche from Celebrity Chef Tadd Chapman of Don Sanchez Restaurant
Offering what has been described as as “Contemporary Baja fusion,” Don Sanchez Restaurant in San José del Cabo has a loyal following of both locals and tourists. Headed up by award-winning owner and Executive Chef Tadd Chapman, this wonderful restaurant boasts a tantalizing selection of steaks and local seafood accented by farm fresh organic produce and an enviable wine selection of over 300 labels. Tadd enjoys creating imaginative cuisine blending local ingredients and international flavors. What’s more, an extensive recent remodel has enhanced this stylish restaurant, one of the most unique dining experiences in Los Cabos. Located in a historic building in charming downtown San José del Cabo, Don Sanchez…
Top 5 Family Activities in Los Cabos: Guest Blog
Jenni Reichert heads up Baja Baby Gear, a great company that offers convenient rentals of cribs, strollers, high chairs and more for your Los Cabos vacation – perfect if you don’t want to lug along all that bulky equipment for your little one on the flight. Here, she shares some of her top picks for family fun in Los Cabos. Visiting a new place can be a little daunting – even more so when you are bringing children with you. It’s hard to know where the locals go unless you know someone from the area. My husband and I have made it our business to check out the top family…
A Gourmet Retreat at Secrets Marquis Los Cabos
Long known as an exceptional luxury retreat with a breathtaking beachfront setting overlooking the Sea of Cortez, the recently re-branded adults-only Secrets Marquis Los Cabos just got even better with its addition of the Unlimited-Luxury® concept. A member of The Leading Hotels of the World and now part of the prestigious family of Secrets resorts, guests can enjoy the highly acclaimed gourmet dining of the resort’s award-winning restaurants—now included in the resort’s luxury all-inclusive program, with no reservations or bracelets required. Currently offering three restaurants, the resort will be expanding their dining options in 2012. For now, visitors will enjoy the vibrant fare of themed buffets at Vista Ballenas restaurant,…
Cod with Habanero Cajeta – Recipe from Capella Pedregal
One of the newest ultra-luxury resorts in Cabo San Lucas, Capella Pedregal has already drawn rave reviews for its striking architecture, breathtaking beachfront setting and exceptional cuisine. A steady stream of celebrity guests has focused the spotlight on this beautiful resort, nestled dramatically along the rocky hillsides overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Already establishing its presence as a favorite of the jet set, Capella is also claiming a reputation among Cabo’s top gourmet experiences. Overseen by Executive Chef Marco Bustamante, Capella’s three restaurants offer contemporary twists on traditional Mexican cuisine, using the freshest local ingredients and seafood to evoke the true spirit of Baja. Chef Bustamante, who is a graduate of…
Baja Sea Bass “Tiradito” Recipe from Las Ventanas al Paraiso
Known for its exceptional service, star-studded celebrity clientele and breathtaking beachfront setting, Las Ventanas al Paraiso has achieved a legendary reputation as one of the world’s finest ultra-luxury resorts. The Restaurant at Las Ventanas offers up award-winning cuisine to match the magic of this beautiful resort. A native of France, Excecutive Chef Fabrice Guisset has led the dining experience at Las Ventanas to international acclaim. Chef Guisset calls his signature cuisine “Baja-Mediterranean,” blending the extraordinary abundance of Los Cabos’ diverse seafood and wonderful local organic produce with the traditional techniques of the Mediterranean.
Gone Fishing? Gourmet Tips for What to do with Your Cabo Catch…
Gone fishing in Los Cabos? Home to some of the world’s best marlin, dorado (mahi-mahi) and tuna fishing, Los Cabos is a paradise for anglers of all abilities, whether it’s your first time on those abundant Cabo waters or you’re an annual competitor in one of the area’s big tournaments. While we encourage conservation of Cabo’s magnificent sport fish via catch-and-release, as do the highly experienced crews of the fishing charters we work with, you may decide to keep some of your catch—after all, Los Cabos is legendary for its wonderful, fresh seafood. Here are some delicious ideas of what to do with that catch:
Lobster Salad Recipe from Award-Winning Canto del Mar Restaurant
The award-winning Canto del Mar restaurant at the beautiful Marquis los Cabos Resort is known for breathtaking Sea of Cortez views, an intimate dining room that seats only 25 guests and the lush signature cuisine of Chef Thierry Dufour. A rotating 6-course menu is the centerpiece, highlighting the freshest local seafood and locally-grown produce. Traditional and contemporary French techniques bring simple, quality ingredients to life. Sommelier Angeles Sanchez oversees the impressive wine list, and live jazz guitar sets the mood for an unforgettable evening. Here, Chef Thierry and Carlos Torres, Food & Beverage Director at the Marquis, share one of the restaurant’s recipes, a vibrant lobster salad that goes great…
Flavor Adds a Classy new Twist to Cabo’s Hot Culinary Scene
While tacos and beer are definitely a Cabo San Lucas tradition, the destination is well also well known for gourmet dining. One of the shiniest new stars on Cabo’s restaurant scene is Flavor Cabo. The swank décor, eclectic fusion menu and designer cocktails have made us fans. Located at the corner of Marina Blvd & Lazaro Cardenas downtown, this is a great spot for some tapas and a martini or two.
