A resolutely Mexican Chef !

There is no doubt, Elmer Escobar, Head-Chef of the Maja'che Xaloc Resort on Holbox Island is a traditional chef who has learned his craft in the various restaurants of the Mayan Riviera, and draws his inspiration from seasonal ingredients.

Mexico, again and always

Mexico. This word gives a sense of "flavour" when he pronounces it.

Elmer Escobar loves his country with rich and slightly spicy cuisine. He can talk with great passion for hours about his country’s cuisine. The "mole de Puebla", the "chiles in Nagada" of the Puebla region, the "cochinita pibil" of the Yucatan region, the "tortas Ahogada" from the city of Jalisco, the "tlayudas" of Oaxaca, the "tamales de chipile" from the region of Chiapas... no need to say another word for his knowledge of Mexican regional cuisine is endless. Each region contributes its own culinary influences to his cuisine even if the Yucatan region remains his favourite. Indeed, it was the Yucatan region, which inspired his cuisine and his "personal seasoning" as he likes to call it.

Flavours

One of his creations is the “shrimp capes with coconut and tamarind sauce" represents well his taste for combining contrasting flavous which nevertheless work well when combined... His latest creation is the "lobster Xtabentun", a dish which mixes the exquisite taste of lobster and Maya liquor. His specialty is "filete Tikina-Xic" the preparation of which always leaves him with a great sense of satisfaction.

His favourite dish however, is the "Cohinita Pibil" (pork seasoned with achiote spice, baked in banana leaves) he speaks of it like a child, ending his description with a large “Mmmm.... ”

To provide his cuisine with the best ingredients and flavours, he buys his seafood directly from the fishing area around the island of Holbox. As for fruits and vegetables, he chooses them in the main market of Mérida. He is at his inspired best during the summer months, when he can work magic with seafood, lobster, and octopus, all of which he accompanies with wine or fresh herbs.

Elmer Escobar, despite his passion for Mexico, also welcomes the millennium Chinese cuisine with its variety of flavours and ingredients. Passionate for cooking and his country, he transmits his passion for good food through his cuisine.