EL GANZO CELEBRATED AT THE HANDS OF THE MASTERS OF THE OAXAQUEÑA CUISINE, CELIA FLORIAN AND ALAM MENDEZ THE INDEPENDENCE WEEKEND.
San José del Cabo, Los Cabos, Baja California Sur, México.
San José del Cabo, – September 27th, 2017 El Ganzo Independence Weekend – Hotel El Ganzo was the host for this fantastic duo of mother and son, Celia Florian and Alam Mendez, masters of the Oaxaqueña cuisine and founders of Las Quince Letras in Oaxaca and Pasillo de Humo in Mexico City.
Alam Mendez serves as founder and chef of Pasillo de Humo in the heart of México City, and Celia Florian commands Las Quince Letras located in Oaxaca. Both of these restaurants serve as a prime example of what the regional cuisine is all about.

Adam Mendez & Celia Florian courtesy photo by El Ganzo Hotel
This is the second time a chef residence takes place at Hotel El Ganzo. The Chefs were able to showcase their talent with a mixture of the traditional cuisine with a contemporary approach. The duo created a special menu with the objective of celebrating the Mexican Independence Day as well as to collect funds for the reconstruction of the El Ganzo Community Center.
Each of their seven courses expressed an avant-garde vision, without losing its regional roots; using prime ingredients as well as local ones, Celia and Alam were able to translate this vision to their plates.
- Chef Celia Florian courtesy photo by El Ganzo Hotel
- Chef Alam Mendez courtesy photo by El Ganzo Hotel
All the money that was raised during the dinner was given to the reconstruction of the El Ganzo Community Center, a place that helps the community of Los Cabos, the guests, and artists to interact on a creative level; a bridge where art and sustainability meets to create a sanctuary of learning.
“Hotel El Ganzo is a peaceful place where your mind and soul can be one, a place you can find magic and inspiration wherever you look”. Said Celia Florian during interview.
El Ganzo Hotel Los Cabos
A hotel that awards style and comfort but also creativity, originality and service. A place with a unique feel that emanates a fresh environment, from the top end of their Sushi bar at the Rooftop all the way up to the edge of their spectacular swimming pool with a view of the sea of Cortez and the recording studio Underground, where resident artists and visitors work their magic. A fresh, comfortable and welcoming place.

El Ganzo Hotel
One of the first characteristics that you will notice upon arrival is the style; With a large white exterior that results on a mix of a heterogeneous collaborations of different architects, which gives a blank canvas where artists can intervene to generate their own creations. El Ganzo Hotel is a space that combines modern style with rustic elements and a clean juxtaposition of flashy forms with warm wooden tones and bright details.
El Ganzo Hotel Los Cabos, offers endless opportunities for resting, rejuvenation and body healthcare as well as elaborated menus with gourmet food and artisanal cocktails. You will also be able to amplify your mind and get the inspiration you need with the art interventions and musical programs, where you will have the opportunity of watching live music sessions and also having a chat with guest artists about their work.

El Ganzo Hotel
Natalia Lafourcade was June’s 2016 guest artist and she delighted the guests with a private concert where she played her major hits and shared her personal experiences at the Hotel. She is a member of El Ganzo family and frequently visits the Hotel to get inspired and enjoy the installments.
Some of our more renowned characteristics are: Rooftop Infinity Pool, where you will be able to appreciate the view of Sea of Cortes with a mix of eclectic background music which includes the work of resident artists. The Underground recording studio, the only hotel that has their own recording studio, where artists from all around the globe go to get inspired and fine tune their work, designed by the general director of the studio, who is in charge of advising the musicians and curate their projects. Cool Meeting, an inspiring place for business that has everything, form automatic projection screens, air conditioning and WiFi, with a picturesque view of the sea.

El Ganzo Hotel
Located less tan 20 minutes from the International Airport of San Jose, the Hotel offers immediate access to all the touristic activities of Los Cabos, Our Staff will become your own personal entertainment guru that will help you find the activity best suited for you: From a cycling tour around the hotel grounds, scuba diving on Cabo Pulmo, a tour on the Wikiruta reservation garden, a horse back riding tour on the beach, a visit to the sculpture gardens with the work of Mexican artists, up to activities such as kayaking and bird watching.
El Ganzo Hotel is much more than a hotel, its a creative recreational space, where each of its inhabitants can get inspired, express themselves, live the art and music and cohabitate with other creative beings that will enrich their lives.

Beautiful Sunset at El Ganzo Hotel
Its all about experiencing Los Cabos like its never been seen before, from a more authentic point of view, in contact with nature and out of the daily activities of a place such as San Jose. Dare to meet us and you will live experiences out of the ordinary.
Blvd. Tiburón S/N, Fracc. La Playita
San José del Cabo BCS, CP 23403
Tel: +52(624) 104 9000
Contacto de prensa:
Ana Paula Cerbón
anapau@otherpeople.com.mx
6550 0688/6550 0687