Codex Chef Series
at Conrad Punta de Mita
Indulge in a remarkable culinary journey at Conrad Punta de Mita’s Codex Chef Series. This exclusive event brings together renowned local and Mexican chefs for an exceptional dining experience. Collaborating with the talented culinary team of Codex, led by Chef Jose “Chema” Torres, and our Executive Chef German Ghelfi, these guest chefs will curate unique menus that celebrate regional flavors and innovative techniques.
The Minds Behind Codex Flavors
Chef José ‘Chema’ Torres and Executive Chef Germán Ghelfi are the creative forces behind this event. With a commitment to authenticity and creativity, they craft dishes that blend local flavors with contemporary techniques, offering guests a vibrant culinary journey rooted in the rich traditions of Riviera Nayarit.
Guest Chef Showcase
Codex Chef Series will feature talented guest chefs from across Mexico, each bringing their own unique approach to Latin cuisine. Stay tuned for detailed chef bios and the exciting lineup of curated menus. Join us for an unforgettable celebration of culinary artistry and vibrant flavors.
MAY 6 | ALEX MADRIGAL
Alex Madrigal, Mexican master chocolatier and winner of Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking, brings over 15 years of international experience across Europe, the United States, and Asia. Known for his refined approach to fine chocolate and bon bon creation A culinary journey where cacao evolves throughout the menu, each course reveals a different facet of cacao, in dialogue with Mexican ingredients and contemporary techniques.
Cost: $150+ USD per person
Reservations: PVRPM.FBReservations@ConradHotels.com
Codex Restaurant
5:30pm to 9:45pm
MAY 13 | ALEX TORRES
Chef-owner of Envero at Las Nubes Winery in Valle de Guadalupe, works to create a space rooted in honest cooking. Conceived as a field kitchen, Envero celebrates the region’s produce, where the presence of firewood defines the flavor and character of each dish. As the second guest chef of the Codex Summer Chef Series at Conrad Punta de Mita, he joins Chefs José “Chema” Torres for a collaborative six-course menu with pairing, bringing his fire-driven approach and the essence of Baja’s cuisine to Codex. .
Cost: $150+ USD per person
Reservations: PVRPM.FBReservations@ConradHotels.com
Codex Restaurant
5:30pm to 9:45pm
MAY 20 | FRANCISCO MOLINA
Chef and founder of Evoka in Tlaxcala, is known for a cuisine rooted in the flavors of his region. His cooking draws from the Valle de Tlaxcala, highlighting agroecological ingredients, moles, pipianes, vegetables, and the depth of charcoal and smoke. Evoka has been recognized in La Listed and consistently featured in Guía México Gastronómico. He presents a six-course menu with pairing, offering a dining experience that reflects the richness of Tlaxcala’s culinary identity. .
Cost: $150+ USD per person
Reservations: PVRPM.FBReservations@ConradHotels.com
Codex Restaurant
5:30pm to 9:45pm
MAY 27 | FRANCISCO VIGORITO
Chef Francisco brings the spirit of Vica to the Codex Chef Series at Conrad Punta de Mita. Rooted in the richness of the valley, his cuisine celebrates local ingredients, seasonality, and a deep connection to the land, expressed through a contemporary and creative lens. He presents a six-course menu with pairing, crafted exclusively for Codex. Each dish reflects a balance between tradition and innovation, offering a dining experience that is both refined and deeply connected to its origin.
Cost: $150+ USD per person
Reservations: PVRPM.FBReservations@ConradHotels.com
Codex Restaurant
5:30pm to 9:45pm
JUNE 3 | VANESSA BLOUET
From Puerto Vallarta to Codex, Chef Vanessa Blouet brings the essence of TUNA BLANCA to the Codex Chef Series. Raised in the kitchens of Café des Artistes and enriched by years of culinary refinement in France, her cuisine reflects a seamless fusion of French technique and Mexican flavors. For this special edition, she presents a menu that celebrates the flavors of the Pacific, where local ingredients, contemporary vision, and refined technique converge in perfect harmony.
Cost: $150+ USD per person
Reservations: PVRPM.FBReservations@ConradHotels.com
Codex Restaurant
5:30pm to 9:45pm
JUNE 12 | ESTEBAN LLUIS
From Valle de Guadalupe to Codex, Chef Esteban Lluis brings his Michelin-starred vision to the Codex Chef Series. Founder of Damiana, his acclaimed restaurant rooted in seasonality and a deep respect for the land, Lluis has built a culinary identity defined by precision, creativity, and a contemporary interpretation of Mexican cuisine. Each dish reflects his Baja-driven perspective—where local ingredients, refined technique, and a sense of place come together in a one-night dining experience.
Cost: $150+ USD per person
Reservations: PVRPM.FBReservations@ConradHotels.com
Codex Restaurant
5:30 pm to 9:45 pm
JUNE 17 | RODRIGO AMAURY
Acclaimed Oaxacan chef Rodrigo Amaury brings his deep culinary heritage and international experience to Codex. Recognized for a cuisine where tradition and innovation converge, his approach reflects a contemporary expression of Mexican flavors. Rodrigo Amaury creates experiences that celebrate Mexican identity through a sophisticated, authentic perspective deeply connected to its origins.
Cost: $150+ USD per person
Reservations: PVRPM.FBReservations@ConradHotels.com
Codex Restaurant
5:30pm to 9:45pm
Reservations are available for a six-course menu for $150+ per guest each night from 5:30 pm until 9:45 pm.
Please email PVRPM.FBReservations@ConradHotels.com or call 800.288.9985 to reserve your seat.
