Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto presents Celebrity Chef Week with Betty Fraser, Kevin Des Chenes, and Marcel Cocit, from May 15-20, 2018. This event includes cooking demonstrations, gourmet food tasting, meals, and more.
Celebrity Chefs:
- Betty Fraser: Appeared on Bravo’s hit show “Top Chef,” Co-Owner of the award-winning Hollywood, CA. restaurant Grub and As You Like It Catering, and has made many special appearances on shows such as “Perfectly Delish” and Food Network’s “Cutthroat Kitchen.”
- Kevin Des Chenes: Executive Chef & Author of “Beyond My Chef Coat.” He was named “Top Chef” by Las Vegas Food & Wine and is the winner of “Top Celebrity Chef Showdown.” He has been a Chef Expert for Gordon Ramsey and appeared as a Featured Chef on Food Network’s Chef Wanted & Beat Bobby Flay as well as the Nationally Syndicated Better Show, CT Style, Better CT, Fox Morning Show & The Rhode Show among others.
- Marcel Cocit: He has appeared on the Food Network, E-Channel, Style Network, ABC, Hallmark Channel, FYI, MTV and Kcal 9 News. He also has been a regular on the CBS Thanksgiving Day Parade Special along with KCAL 9 News whipping up some of his favorite recipes.
Event Schedule:
Tuesday, May 15th
- Meet the Celebrity Chefs Reception at 6:30 pm
Enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeurves as you meet the celebrity chefs at the Danzante Lounge.
Wednesday, May 16th
- Chef Demonstration at 12:00 pm
Celebrity Chefs Betty Fraser and Kevin Des Chenes will show you how to make their favorite dishes by the pool.
- Mexican Flavors Dinner at 6:30 pm
Savor exquisite steak and seafood with Mexican flavors in this five course dinner prepared by Celebrity Chef Betty Fraser at Danzante Restaurant.
Thursday, May 17th
- Chef Demonstration at 12:00 pm
Celebrity Chefs Kevin Des Chenes and Marcel Cocit will show you how to make their surprise dishes by the pool.
- Tex Mex BBQ Buffet Night at 6:30 pm
Come have fun at our Beach Party with a Tex Mex inspired BBQ buffet prepared by Celebrity Chef Kevin Des Chenes on the beach.
Friday, May 18th
- Chef Demonstration at 12:00 pm
Celebrity Chefs Betty Fraser and Marcel Cocit will show you how to make some more of their favorite dishes by the pool.
- Mexican & Italian Cuisine at 6:30 pm
Savor the fusion of Mexican and Italian Cuisine in this four course dinner prepared by Celebrity Marcel Cocit at Casa Mia Restaurant.
Saturday, May 19th
- Chef Demonstration at 12:00 pm
Celebrity Chefs Kevin Des Chenes, Betty Fraser and Marcel Cocit will show you how to make tasty concoctions by the pool.
- Mexican Fiesta at 6:30 pm
Come taste Mexican dishes prepared by Celebrity Chefs Kevin Des Chenes, Betty Fraser and Marcel Cocit at the Market Restaurant. Each Celebrity Chef will have their own station.
Sunday, May 20th
- Mexican Brunch with Champagne at 9:00 am
Enjoy a Mexican Sunday Brunch prepared by the Celebrity Chefs with champagne at the Market Restaurant.
We hope to welcome you to the Islands of Loreto during this week for a delectable foodie experience! Please call 800-852-4755 and reference “Celebrity Chef” to make your reservation today!
