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Chef Enrique Olvera
Mexican Chef Enrique Olvera’s culinary journey will be explored as part of a cultural program put on by Hyatt Hotels. The program, called A Taste of Thompson Chef Series, will include content on YouTube, Instagram and Facebook about the chefs, and a ticketed dining experience for each chef.
Olvera’s part of the program will take part in early 2025. It is called ‘Lo Viejo es Nuevo, Lo Nuevo es Viejo’ (What's Old is New, What's New is Old) with Enrique Olvera. The program will explore Olvera’s global vision for Mexican cuisine. The cultural content will be part of Thompson Hotel’s Culture Lives Here web platform, and the ticketed dining experience will occur at Manta at The Cape, a Thompson Hotel in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico that Olvera helms.
“For me, cooking has always been about bringing the authentic flavors of my Mexican heritage to modern diners, and it’s been a pleasure to share my unique story with Thompson Hotels,” Olvera said in a press statement. “The name of our restaurant, Manta, has a double meaning that symbolizes the kitchen's focus on seafood as in 'manta ray,' while manta also serves as the Spanish word for canvas. This conveys the idea of freedom in artistic expression that we hope everyone can feel in the dishes we create.”
Two other chefs also are featured in the program, Ludo Lefebvre (of Chez Maggy at Thompson Denver) and Quentin Garcia (of Lola Rose Grand Mezze at Thompson Palm Springs).
“A Taste of Thompson Chef Series offers a rare, intimate glimpse into the unique backgrounds and culinary journeys of our chefs, showcasing how their personal stories and experiences influence their cooking styles, revealing a side of them beyond the chef’s coat,” said Crystal Vinisse Thomas, vice president and global brand leader, lifestyle & luxury brands, Hyatt. “Building on Thompson Hotels’ ability to identify the best culinary collaborations that promise to bring authentic culture to the guest experience, this series pulls back the curtain on prolific chefs, Ludo, Quentin and Enrique – the food they are most passionate about, and how they are shifting today’s culinary landscape within and beyond the walls of their kitchens.”
The content series includes three chapters showcasing a theme central to the chef’s ethos – the meaning of family and sacrifice with Chef Ludo (live now HERE), importance of hustle and balance with Chef Quentin (stay tuned this winter) and ‘lo viejo es nuevo, lo nuevo es viejo’ meaning what's old is new, what's new is old with Chef Enrique (stay tuned early next year). Within the episodes, each of their unique lifestyles is highlighted, shedding light onto their intentional techniques, formal and informal culinary training, work-life balance, and inspiration from their heritage.
Each chef’s journey will culminate with a bespoke, ticketed dining experience, bringing the storytelling from the screen to the table for attendees to witness the chefs in their respective elements for one night only. Curated and hosted by the globally renowned chefs, these once-in-a-lifetime dinners will invite attendees into each chef’s kitchens and inner circles, complete with behind-the-scenes looks, special stories, and more, available only to those in attendance.
To reserve a ticket to the Thompson Denver dining experience, please visit the reservation page HERE.
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