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New beachfront retreat celebrates mexico’s casual caribbean coastal food & drink
March 17, 2017
Rosewood Mayakoba, the award-winning resort nestled in the lush enclave of the Riviera Maya, is introducing a new gastronomic hideaway along its pristine white beaches: Aquí Me Quedo. Meaning “Here I Stay,” the new ocean-side retreat entices guests to savor its Caribbean-coastal, casual ambiance and menu ranging from chilled coconut cocktails to citrus-laced ceviche and charcoal-grilled Veracruz memelas.
Joining the resort’s estimable collection of restaurants including Casa del Lago, La Ceiba Garden & Kitchen, Punta Bonita and Agave Azul, Aquí Me Quedo boasts an inventive approach to relaxed Riviera Maya fare. Crafted by Executive Chef Juan Pablo Loza the menu features antojitos, or snacks, like Froy’s Ceviche, made with freshly-caught fish, shrimp, cucumber, red onion and avocado, tossed with lime juice, fresh coconut water and Chiltepin chile or a selection of memelas, hand-made oval masa tortillas, topped with items like Zapote Wood-Smoked Pork Belly with Black Beans, Avocado Purée, Cilantro and Pickled Veggies. To complement the accessible menu, refreshments include local beer, mojitos, rose wine, and premium mezcal and tequila.
“We created Aquí Me Quedo to offer our guests a secluded yet lively oasis where they feel comfortable to spend the day by the sea and soak in the simple pleasures of life in the Riviera Maya,” Chef Loza shared.
Each culinary property at Rosewood Mayakoba is inspired by a different expression of the Mexican gastronomic journey, all driven by the expertise of Chef Juan Pablo Loza, a native of Mexico City. Aquí Me Quedo takes a cue from the relaxed retro vibe of beachside cantinas found along Mexico’s Caribbean-coast, cooking its freshly-made fare from a vintage, retro-fitted truck and offering tableside service in lounge-style seating underneath a canopy of palm trees.
Aquí Me Quedo is open Tuesday through Sunday from 12:00 noon until 7:00 p.m. for adults only (18 years+) with a USD100 minimum food and beverage consumption per person.
About Rosewood Mayakoba
Rosewood Mayakoba sits in the heart of a 1600-acre resort enclave in the Riviera Maya. Built along winding lagoons and a mile-long arc of pristine beach, this oasis of indulgence offers 130 suites and 6 villas with private plunge pools, rooftop sundecks, garden showers, individual docks and the finest in-room design and details. Resort amenities include a signature Greg Norman championship golf course, fine dining at Casa del Lago and Punta Bonita, Rose Buds® for children, and Sense® spa, which is designed around a cenote, one of the sacred water wells of the ancient Mayans, and sits on a private island. The resort is built to abide by the highest of eco-standards, offering indulgence with awareness, and has recently been awarded the Rainforest Alliance Certification.
About Rosewood Hotels & Resorts
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® manages 18 one-of-a-kind luxury properties in 11 countries, with 17 new hotels under development. Each Rosewood hotel embraces the brand’s A Sense of Place® philosophy to reflect the individual location’s history, culture and sensibilities. The Rosewood collection includes some of the world’s most legendary hotels and resorts, including The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel in New York, Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek in Dallas and Hôtel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel in Paris, as well as new classics such as Rosewood Beijing. Rosewood Hotels & Resorts targets to double its number of hotels in operation by 2020.
