Gonzalo Cerda Named Exec Chef Esperanza, an Auberge Resort
October 27, 2010 - Auberge Resorts today announced the appointment of Gonzalo Cerda as Executive Chef of Esperanza, their world-class resort in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. A native of Argentina, Cerda will add his own personal touches to the unique, traditionally-inspired dishes at the resort's five restaurants including El Restaurante, dramatically carved into the bluffs overlooking the Sea of Cortez and Las Estrellas, its latest offering serving a variety of casual lunchtime fare.
“Gonzalo brings a great deal of experience to his role at Esperanza and we welcome him to our family,” said General Manager Severino Gomez. “Having previously led restaurant teams at top resorts around the world, he has a deep appreciation for the level of service our guests have come to expect and I have no doubt that he will take us to even greater heights.”
Prior to joining the team at Esperanza, Cerda spent several years in senior restaurant positions with Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts in Uruguay, Canada, Costa Rica and Chile. He has also served as the host of several television shows including the Canadian series “Shopping Bags” and Costa Rica's popular “Chino Latino.” Cerda began his professional career in his native Argentina following his formal education at the Azafran Culinary Academy in Cordoba, Argentina and subsequent training at restaurants in Chile, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay, Nicaragua and Colombia.
Esperanza encompasses a 57-room resort, 60 privately owned villas, 36 private residences, a full-service spa and a signature restaurant, located on the bluffs overlooking two private coves at Punta Ballena near Cabo San Lucas. The resort is a member of the prestigious Relais & Châteaux collection. For reservations or more information, please call toll-free 866-311-2226 or visit www.esperanzaresort.com
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