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Taste of Playa - Tempting Our Tastebuds for 5 Years!

On Sunday November 24th, Taste of Playa was held once again in the beautiful Parque Fundadores on the shores of the Mexican Caribbean. Now in its 5th year, Taste of Playa has grown to be one of the most anticipated events of the year, drawing visitors to the city of Playa del Carmen to sample the cuisine of 40 or more international chefs who have come to the Riviera Maya from all across the globe. Read More...
Posted Friday, December 6, 2013 5:31 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Notes on Napkins - An Update from UNO to Go!

Loyal UNO to Go fans need not despair! In order to serve the needs of her regular UNO to Go friends and customers, Susan is still filling pre-orders from a limited menu. Appetizers, meals, snacks and deserts can still be ordered with 24 hour notice and will be available for pick-up from the store. Great news for the rest of us, also struggling to get through high season! Read More...
Posted Friday, January 18, 2013 10:39 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Notes on Napkins - Breakfast is Served at Co.Cos Cocina!!

Coty Villareal has made a quite a splash in our culinary community since beginning her top notch cooking classes to Playa del Carmen. This week Coty invited her friends and supporters for an Open House to inaugurate the new "Breakfast and Deli" at Co.Cos Cocina Cosmopolita where she will be serving breakfast and lunch. Read More...
Posted Wednesday, December 5, 2012 5:15 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

UNO to Go! Celebrates with a Grand Inaugural Party!

Friday night, Susan de Lima and her team opened the doors of UNO to Go for their long awaited Grand Inauguration Party. Her chic UNO sign could be seen for blocks on all sides, lighting up the Colosio at the new gourmet deli on 5th and 48th, a new base of operations UNO Events & Catering. Read More...
Posted Sunday, November 11, 2012 5:19 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Introducing UNO To Go! Healthy Eating Made Simple in Playa del Carmen

Today the search for vegan and vegetarian and even gluten-free food in Playa del Carmen just got easier as Playa del Carmen's premier private chef, caterer and event planner, Susan de Lima opened the doors of her newest venture UNO To Go! Read More...
Posted Sunday, October 7, 2012 1:05 PM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

Learn the Art of Mixology at Viceroy Riviera Maya

Learn how to mix Mojitos, Margaritas and other popular cocktails the way expert bartenders do by immersing yourself in the art of mixology with a unique hands-on program introduced at the Viceroy Riviera Maya. Read More...
Posted Thursday, July 5, 2012 11:58 AM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Playa Kids Learn Side by Side with Master Chefs!

For the 5th year in a row, Vatel Club de Mexico and Flora, Fauna y Cultura Mexico have joined together to present "Aprendiendo con el Chef", a wonderful culinary event for children ages 5 to 12. This is the second year that this event has been held at Parque la Ceiba in the heart of Playa del Carmen. Read More...
Posted Tuesday, June 5, 2012 7:58 AM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

A New Cooking School in Playa del Carmen

The list of reasons to visit the Riviera Maya just keeps getting longer and longer! Co.Cos Cocina Cosmopolita Cooking School has made a huge splash in Playa del Carmen, getting rave reviews from local residents and visitors alike! After hearing from friends and fellow foodies that a new cooking school was opening up in Playa, I knew I would have to try it out. Read More...
Posted Friday, October 14, 2011 10:37 AM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

Chef John Gray Launches New Menu Concept

The John Gray Restaurant Group is pleased to announce the introduction of a new menu concept in both of its Riviera Maya restaurant locations. Beginning in May, John Gray’s Kitchen in Puerto Morelos and John Gray’s Place in Playa del Carmen will introduce a fixed price menu. Guests will be able to choose from a selection of Chef Gray’s popular signature dishes as well as new culinary creations. The menus will change weekly and will feature seasonal produce, locally caught seafood and of, course, the creativity of Chef Gray and his enthusiastic staff. Read More...
Posted Tuesday, May 10, 2011 9:17 PM by Rob Kinnon | 0 Comments

Riviera Maya Top Chefs Gather for Weber Grilling Demo

Recently, Wicky's Restaurant and Beach Club played host to a group of the Riviera Maya's top chefs, a squad of culinary masters representing some the region's finest luxury resorts. Wicky's Chef Pepe Barientos was joined by Chef Humberto Read More...
Posted Thursday, September 2, 2010 4:11 PM by Rob Kinnon | 1 Comments

Uncorked! A New Wine Club at John Gray's Den

Life in Playa del Carmen just keeps getting better and better! When we moved here, almost five years ago, the options for foodies and oenophiles were very limited. Having sold fine wine in a previous life, the transition from my gourmet lifestyle took Read More...
Posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 11:31 AM by Rob Kinnon | 4 Comments