Vallarta Online / PUERTO VALLARTA, JALISCO – The International Gourmet Festival 2024 is set to ignite the culinary scene of Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit and Tepic from November 7-17, 2024. With a lineup of renowned chefs and a variety of unique events, this prestigious festival will attract food lovers from around the world. The keyword “Festival Gourmet Internacional 2024” sets the tone for an event that celebrates the best of Mexican and international cuisine.
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A Celebration of Haute Cuisine
The International Gourmet Festival is not just a series of culinary events; it is a true celebration of gastronomic culture and tradition. Since its inception, it has attracted tourists, chefs, and gourmets from around the world, providing a platform for local and international culinary talents to showcase the best of their art. The 2024 edition will be no exception, with 24 renowned restaurants participating, each collaborating with a featured chef to create unique menus for the occasion.
Featured Guest Chefs
This year, the festival will feature an impressive list of guest chefs, who will work in collaboration with local restaurants to delight diners. Here is the list of guest chefs and the restaurants where they will be participating:
- Special Guest – Elena Reygadas
- A mar y Sierra – Lupita Vidal
- Amixitli – Erick Bautista Chacón
- Saffron – Stefan Pappert
- Bordeaux – Hotel Secrets Bay PV – To Be Confirmed
- Café des Artistes – José Manuel Baños
- Daiquiri Dicks – Gonzalo Torres
- El Dorado – Randy Siles
- Emiliano Tepic – Omar Valenzuela Lugo
- Kaiser Maximilian – Mathieu Ravinel
- La Corona – Hotel Villa Premiere – Valeria Sanchez
- Loma 42 bdb – Lander Urquiola
- Loma 42 t – Óscar Garza
- Le Kliff – Freddy Monteros
- Sea and Wine – Lucy Noriega
- Meet Meat – Fernando Perez
- Noroc – Pedro Nel Restrepo
- Piaf – Hotel Grand Velas – Yann Chupin
- River Café – Miguel Nuñez
- Táu Beach Club – Hotel Velas – Karla Rivera
- Tuna Blanca – Mima González
- Karuma – TierraLuna Gardens – Miguel Rodríguez San Juan
- Bocados – Garza Blanca Resort – Oscar Garfias Rivero
- Dao – Hotel Mousai – Ernesto Olvera Flores
- The Surf Club – Punta de Mita – Germán Lucarelli
Featured Culinary Events
Some of the most anticipated events of the International Gourmet Festival 2024 include:
- Gatsby-themed Opening Night: The festival will kick off with a spectacular gala in the stunning gardens of TierraLuna at Garza Blanca Preserve. This exclusive event will feature gourmet tapas prepared by guest chefs, live music and an unforgettable fireworks display.
- Gourmet Safari: A culinary tour through some of the best restaurants in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit, where diners will enjoy different dishes at each stop, paired with the best wines of the region. Some of the featured restaurants are El Dorado, Kaiser Maximilian, Café des Artistes, and more.
- Chef’s Tables: For those looking for a more intimate experience, the Chef’s Tables offer private dinners with menus curated by some of the festival’s most renowned chefs, such as Elena Reygadas and Ernesto Olvera Flores.
- Night of the Stars: In the enchanting gardens of Café des Artistes, a glamorous evening will be celebrated with a multi-course dinner created by prominent guest chefs. This evening will feature live music and an elegant ambiance, promising to be one of the most memorable experiences of the festival.
- Sabores de la Tierra: This new event will be held at a picturesque hacienda in Compostela, Nayarit, where guests will enjoy a tasting of smoked cuisine by Vatel Club chefs.
- Closing with Picnic Bajo las Parotas: The festival will close with a gourmet picnic at an avocado ranch in Tepic, where guests will enjoy smoked cuisine paired with wines, tequila and mezcal.
Tentative Program and More Information
For more details on events, schedules and participating chefs, you can consult the tentative festival program available on the official event website.
Find out more about the International Gourmet Festival 2024: For more information on events and guest chefs, visit the official festival website here.
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Tentative Program of the International Gourmet Festival 2024
Check the tentative program on the official website for more details on events, schedules and participating chefs.
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This festival not only celebrates culinary art, but also boosts tourism and the local economy, consolidating Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit and Tepic as key destinations in the international gastronomic scene. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this feast for the senses!
