Jesús Duron has been appointed Executive Chef at The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort
With ten years of experience in renowned restaurants, Duron’s most recent position was as Chef de Partie Garde Manger and Patîsserie position at Elmer Restaurant, a chic bistro in Paris, France. Beginning his career in Mexico City as kitchen assistant at Les Moustaches, an elegant restaurant specializing in French cuisine, Duron has served as a chef at a number of celebrated restaurants, including La Marine in Noirmoutier, France; Azurmendi Restaurante in Vizcaya, Spain; El Celler de Can Roca in Girona, Spain; and multiple restaurants in Mexico City including, Pujol, Quintonil and Biko. Fluent in French and Spanish, Duron will bring his international expertise and creative vision to his new role at Carolina Restaurant and craft delectable dishes specializing in fine local meats, seafood and fish. With exceptional service, breathtaking ocean views, an inviting bar, a romantic outdoor terrace and a modern and comfortable design, Carolina Restaurant captures the resort’s uncompromised style and service. The menu features a variety of appetizers, entrees, desserts, a vibrant cocktail list, and an impressive wine list to delight discerning palates. Featuring signature dishes such as pozole verde ceviche, suckling pig, and tascalate, the restaurant’s name pays homage to Caroline Astor, a prominent 19thcentury American socialite.
