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Los Cabos Magazine #36 - Spring 2014

A look at the events that have Los Cabos buzzing Gourmands from near and far celebrated good food at the 2013 Sabor a Cabo. Line up 50 international chefs, two dozen wine purveyors, blend well and what do you have? The eighth annual CANIRAC gastronomy and wine event. Held December 1, Sabor a Cabo—it means Flavors of Cabo in English—attracted 2,000 food and wine enthusiasts, who sampled outstanding international cuisine and wines, for which Los Cabos has become famous. Guests mixed and mingled while wandering the grassy slopes of Club Campestre Golf Course, where for one price they could savor the many offerings by the members of CANIRAC, the Los Cabos restaurant association. Along the horizon were myriad white tents where some of Los Cabos’ greatest kitchen geniuses were busy preparing all manner of cuisine. Aromas of smoked meats, sauces, and spices drew hungry diners to sample everything from gazpacho and oysters on the half shell to whole pork roasted over a roaring fire to decadent chocolate cake drizzled with raspberry sauce. Other popular items included ravioli, shaved Parma ham, and foot-long beef ribs. Several of México’s top vineyards were represented, including Casa Madero—the oldest vineyard and winery in the North 18 LOS CABOS MAGAZINE | SPRING 2014 Miguel Ventura Chefs Come Out for Sabor a Cabo By Sandra Berry and Chris Sands American continent—and several wineries from the Guadalupe Valley in Northern Baja. As darkness descended, spotlights streaked across the clear sky and fireworks were seen in the distance. With nightfall, the entire area took on a party atmosphere as music filled the air by the DJ as well as charro-attired mariachis and other musicians. This event gathered international audiences so that not only local gourmands but also seasonal visitors and tourists could take part in this grand gastronomical happening. This event is touted as the largest event of its kind in México. To learn more about this year’s event, which will be held in December, go to www.saboracabo.mx. Los Cabos’ vibrant social scene is not limited to the nightclubs that line downtown Cabo’s main strip. Our Los Cabos Magazine writers regularly attend the region’s biggest events. Here are some of their favorites from recent months. Romeo & Julieta chef Matias Forte, left, shows off his cooking skills.


Los Cabos Magazine #36 - Spring 2014
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