We are delighted to introduce the new Executive Chef at Copamarina Beach Resort and Spa....Chef Ernie Reyes Oliver. Chef Ernie comes to us with a stellar resume including prestigious posts at The El San Juan, Paradisus and Rio Mar resorts in Puerto Rico, and Hyatt Key West and Orlando. We asked him a few questions about his specials and his signature style.
Could you name and describe a few of your "Chef's Specials"? What sets
these recipes apart for you as a chef and makes them special to you?
CHEF ERNIE: One of them is the Pork Tenderloin stuffed with Shrimp Salpicon, I
serve it with a Yautia and Chorizo brandade, a side of Jicama Mango
Slaw, and Au Jus Sauce. This recipe has a unique combination of
textures, flavors, and colors hard to describe. It is very special for
me because it was the key that opened the door for me to become part of
the Puerto Rico Culinary Team.
What are some of your traditional dishes? Do you have any personal
favorites?
CHEF ERNIE: Beef tenderloin "encebolla'o" with "mampostea'o" rice, wich is my
personal favorite, Deep fried whole red snapper in creole sauce and
cassava "mofongo", and Sea bass fillet in meuniere sauce over spinach
tagliatelle.
What do you consider your "signature style" of cuisine?
CHEF ERNIE: I'll have to say it's the authenticity of the flavors in my dishes
that distinguishes my style.
To experience the cuisine of Chef Ernie Reyes Oliver, visit Copamarina's Alexandra Restaurant, open nightly. To book your reservation at Copamarina Beach Resort and Spa, visit www.copamarina.com.