Summertime Tale of Two Rivieras: Mexico's Riviera Maya and the American Riviera

  • May 21, 2022
Summertime Tale of Two Rivieras: Mexico's Riviera Maya and the American Riviera

For the first time, beginning Friday May 27, the renowned Rosewood Mayakoba experience will be available at Rosewood Miramar Beach. In an exclusive partnership between the two world-class properties, the flavors of Rosewood Mayakoba on Mexico’s pristine Caribbean Coast will be featured on California’s iconic Central Coast at Rosewood Miramar Beach. The 14-week residency will be available throughout the summer until Labor Day, offering guests an exclusive culinary experience and tasting tour of the Riviera Maya on the American Riviera.

As part of the partnership, a special menu inspired by Rosewood Mayakoba’s beachside Aquí Me Quedo restaurant will be offered at Rosewood Miramar Beach’s oceanfront oasis, Miramar Beach Bar. Dish highlights will include Mexican Caribbean casual fare celebrating regional California ingredients including Central Coast seafood, locally raised meats, and farm fresh ingredients from Santa Barbara County’s rich agriculture center.

Vibrant décor, including Rosewood Mayakoba’s signature fuchsia hammocks, tropical foliage, traditional ceramics, and hanging coconuts will transport guests to the laidback spirit of Mexico’s Caribbean coast while taking in the dramatic ocean views of Miramar Beach.

The menu will feature ceviche, salads, and tacos. Sample menu items include:

  • Hiramasa with Mayan Flavors, with cucumber, radish, oregano, habanero, red onion and lime juice 
  • La Ceiba Salad, with tomato, cucumber, and red onion marinated in a garlic vinaigrette and topped with avocado and arugula  
  • Fan favorite Shrimp “TJ” Style Tacos, with salsa Mexicana, ajillo, chipotle mayonnaise, and melted cheese 
  • Specialty Cocktails including the Purépecha Punch with rum, hibiscus, Angostura and lime; El Caminante with gin, honey, vermouth, Ancho Reyes Verde and lemon; and a Smoky Mojito with mezcal, pineapple juice, mint leaves, and lime juice 

“We are delighted to share this unique collaboration between Rosewood Mayakoba and Rosewood Miramar Beach, which exemplifies our Sense of Place® philosophy by bringing two incredible properties together in a truly special way,” says Daniel H. Scott, Regional Vice President and Managing Director at Rosewood Mayakoba. “Guests will have an exclusive opportunity to experience a blend of two wonderful cultures while immersed in the spirit of an iconic destination.”

“This experience marries the diverse flavors of Mexico’s Riviera Maya with the abundant produce and sustainable aquaculture of Santa Barbara,” says Chef Juan Pablo Loza of Rosewood Mayakoba. “The Aquí Me Quedo menu was designed to celebrate fresh, bold, and fun dishes and we’re honored to share some of our signature fan favorites with guests of Rosewood Miramar Beach.”

For more information on Riviera Maya on the American Riviera, please visit: https://www.rosewoodhotels.com/en/miramar-beach-montecito/experiences/calendar/riviera-maya-on-the-american-riviera

Photo credits: Jake Ahles