Alera Restaurant Brings Latin America’s Top Chefs to Roatán for an Unforgettable Culinary Journey
Welcome to the Guest Chef Series at Kimpton Grand Roatán, an exclusive dining experience where Chef Guido Ojeda, our Executive Chef at Alera, partners with some of Latin America’s most celebrated culinary talents, recognized by The World’s 50 Best Restaurants and Bars.
Each evening features a 6- to 8-course tasting menu, highlighting a creative fusion of local Caribbean flavors and contemporary Latin American cuisine. Every dish is elevated with carefully curated wine and cocktail pairings, making each dinner a multisensory celebration of food, culture, and storytelling.
This series is hosted at Alera, our signature restaurant in the heart of Kimpton. Limited seating, tickets on sale, full pre-payment required.
Guest Chef Series Hours
6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
$110 + Tax & Service
Includes multi-course menu with curated food and beverage pairings.
*Banco Atlántida credit cardholders receive 10% OFF*
Presented By
Chef Luana Sabino | Brazil
April 3, 2026
Metzi Restaurant | #56 LATAM 50 Best Restaurants & Bars
Luana, a São Paulo native, began her culinary career at 20 and trained at New York’s Cosme before co-founding Metzi in São Paulo with Eduardo Ortiz Celebrated for her refined take on Mexican gastronomy, she brings to Alera a bold, contemporary perspective recognized by Forbes Under 30, Latin America’s 50 Best, and the MICHELIN Guide.
Chef Dário Costa | Brasil
April 30, 2026
Madê Restaurant | 50 Best Discovery
Dário Costa is one of Brazil’s most dynamic coastal chefs and the creative force behind Madê, a seafood-driven restaurant featured in the Latin America's 50 Best Discovery platform. Known for highlighting sustainable seafood and lesser-known fish varieties, Costa brings to Alera and the Roatán Food & Wine Festival a bold Brazilian perspective rooted in coastal culture, fire-driven cooking, and deep respect for local producers and ocean ingredients.
Chef Pablo Cáceres | Chile
April 30, 2026
VIK Restaurant | #1 Best Winery in the World By 50 Best Vineyards 2025
Pablo’s cuisine blends refined technique with wine-driven storytelling, creating elevated pairings that highlight terroir, seasonality, and innovation. At Alera, he brings a sophisticated expression of gastronomy shaped by one of the world’s leading vineyard destinations.
Chef Danilo Ferraz | Argentina
April 30, 2026
Mil y Pico, Argentina
Chef Danilo Ferraz is a dynamic culinary talent from Argentina celebrated for his inventive approach to pizza and his vibrant creative energy. Blending traditional Italian technique with bold Argentine flavors, Danilo’s pizzas are acclaimed for their nuanced balance, artisanal fermentation, and imaginative toppings that reflect his playful culinary spirit. Beyond the kitchen, Danilo is also a passionate DJ, bringing rhythm and energy to every event he encounters, much like he does with his food.
Chef Leo Lanussol | Argentina
June 26, 2026
Ness Restaurant, Argentina
Chef Leo Lanussol brings a contemporary Argentine culinary style defined by clean flavors, refined technique, and ingredient-driven creativity. His kitchen at Ness highlights seasonal produce, modern grilling, and minimalist composition, creating dishes that feel both precise and expressive. Guests can expect a thoughtfully curated menu that blends modern Argentine flavor profiles with elegant presentation in an intimate oceanfront setting.
Chef José Luiz Hinostroza | Mexico
July 31, 2026
Arca Restaurant | #67 50 Word Best LATAM restaurants and bars
José Luis Hinostroza is the Mexican-American chef behind Arca in Tulum, a restaurant recognized in Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants. Trained in world-renowned kitchens including Alinea, Noma and El Celler de Can Roca, his cuisine blends open-fire techniques with bold Mexican flavors, elevating regional ingredients and contemporary street-food inspiration.
Chef Henry Quesada, Kidmey Chan & Aldo Elizondo | Costa Rica
September 11, 2026
Conservatorium Restaurant, Costa Rica | #53 LATAM 50 Best Restaurants & Bars
Alera welcomes the culinary team of Conservatorium for a special multi-chef collaboration bringing Costa Rica’s contemporary fine-dining vision to the Caribbean. Known for their refined technique, sustainable sourcing, and ingredient-driven menus, their cuisine blends modern creativity with deep respect for origin and seasonality. Together with Chef Guido Ojeda, they present a collaborative menu that celebrates clean flavors, thoughtful composition, and the harmony of two culinary philosophies meeting by the sea.
Chef Mario Castrillon | Panama
October 2, 2026
Maito Restaurant, Panama | Ranked #18 LATAM 50 Best Restaurants & Bars
Chef Mario Castrellón brings the soul of Panama’s most celebrated kitchen to Alera in a special Guest Chef Series collaboration with Chef Guido Ojeda. His cuisine is rooted in native Panamanian ingredients, ancestral techniques, and contemporary expression — delivering a menu that honors terroir, culture, and innovation in every course.
Showcasing the Heart of Our Culinary Team
As we welcome renowned guest chefs from across Latin America, we also take immense pride in introducing the talented team behind the daily flavors of Kimpton Grand Roatán. These culinary artists not only support our visiting chefs during the Guest Chef Series, but lead the resort’s gastronomic vision every day — blending local heritage, international technique, and creative storytelling on every plate.
Guido Ojeda
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Guido Ojeda
Guido Ojeda, the Executive Chef at Grand Roatán Resort & Spa’s multiple dining destinations, is an Argentine chef with over 20 years of experience, has made his mark in prestigious hotels and restaurants worldwide.
Learn MoreRudy Morales
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Rudy Morales
Rudy Morales leads the culinary and beverage vision at Kimpton Grand Roatán with creativity, passion, and deep expertise in hospitality. As Director of Food & Beverage, Rudy blends operational leadership with refined taste, curating exceptional dining experiences that reflect both local Caribbean influences and global culinary trends. With extensive experience managing food and beverage programs in luxury resorts, he brings a thoughtful balance of innovation and guest-centered service to every offering.
Learn MoreAndrea Baldi
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Andrea Baldi
Andrea Baldi is an Italian restaurant manager with an international career and a deep, intuitive understanding of wine, spirits, and guest experience. Having worked across destinations such as Dubai, Australia, Spain, and Colombia, Andrea has refined a hospitality style rooted in excellence, cultural sensitivity, and refined service.
Salvador Casasola Cruz
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Salvador Casasola Cruz
Salvador Casasola Cruz is the Executive Sous Chef at Kimpton Grand Roatán Resort & Spa. With over ten years of experience in luxury hospitality, his background spans leading kitchens in Mexico, Costa Rica, and Spain. He specializes in menu development, operational excellence, team leadership, and contemporary, experience-driven gastronomy.
A Special Thank You to the Guest Chefs Who Have Visited Alera
Chef Jaime Torregrosa & Bartender Manuel Barbosa
February 21, 2026
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Chef Jaime Torregrosa & Bartender Manuel Barbosa
Chef Jaime Torregrosa brings to Alera a globally informed, ingredient-driven approach rooted in Colombian flavors and modern technique. Joined by Beverage Director Manuel Barbosa, whose boundary-pushing cocktail program blurs the line between kitchen and bar, the duo reimagines Alera’s menu through collaborative plates and bold pairings. Together, they create an immersive dining experience where cuisine and mixology move as one — expressive, refined, and unmistakably Latin American.
Chef Lorenzo Di Gravio
January 2026
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Chef Lorenzo Di Gravio
Chef Lorenzo Di Gravio, Executive Chef of Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo and Michelin-starred chef (2019–2021), is celebrated for his refined Mediterranean approach and mastery of seafood. Born in Tuscany and shaped by a global career across Europe, his visit brings elegant technique, bold flavor, and emotion-driven cuisine to our Guest Chef Series.
Chef Fulvio Miranda
December 2025
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Chef Fulvio Miranda
Chef Fulvio Miranda is known for his progressive culinary approach, blending traditional Panamanian ingredients with modern technique. His restaurant, Cantina del Tigre, is one of the hottest dining spots in Latin America.
Chef Nicolás Acosta
September 2025
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Chef Nicolás Acosta
An expert in Uruguayan culinary identity, Chef Nicolás Acosta presents refined plates that pair perfectly with the award-winning wines of Bodegas Garzón. His style reflects Uruguay’s evolving food scene, grounded in tradition with a fresh, global twist.
Chef Pablo Diaz
AUGUST 2025
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Chef Pablo Diaz
Chef Pablo's ethos and approach to the transformative power of gastronomy—not only through ingredients but also in terms of its impact on society, politics, people, and our environment—has been shaped by his educational and professional experiences around the world.
Chef Javier Rodriguez
MAY 2025
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Chef Javier Rodriguez
Chef Javier balances his time between his restaurants (Standard69, Shiok Coffee Roasters, and Casa Papagayo) and his passion for traveling, cooking as a guest chef in renowned hotels and restaurants worldwide. In 2024, he was honored by The Best Chef Awards as one of Argentina’s four 'World Class' chefs.
Chef Pablo Bonilla
MAY 2025
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Chef Pablo Bonilla
Chef Pablo is the chef and owner of Sikwa, whose menu is inspired by indigenous Costa Rican communities, and utilizes local Central American ingredients. Additionally, he is a speaker for initiatives with the UNFAO and the Basque Culinary Center, and a guest chef in restaurants across America and Europe.
Chef Bob Aungst
May 2025
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Chef Bob Aungst
Chef Bob 'CB' Aungst is an acclaimed American chef based in Florida with over 30 years of experience creating exceptional culinary experiences both across the United States and internationally. Named Florida’s Chef of the Year, CB specializes in immersive, chef-driven events that blend storytelling, elegance, and extraordinary flavors, leaving guests with lasting memories.
Chef Dante Ferrero
August 2024
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Chef Dante Ferrero
Chef Dante Ferrero born in Neuquén, Argentina, and based in Mexico for over 20 years, is widely regarded as 'The Meat Guru.' With two award winning restaurants and a celebrated fire driven cooking style, he’s the creative force behind DANTE Brasa y Fuego and the iconic La Vaca Es Mía culinary spectacle.
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