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Frida

Our Four-Diamond Mexican Restaurant
The legendary Mexican artist Frida Kahlo is the inspiration behind Frida, Grand Vela's tribute to Mexican cuisine. Family-friendly Frida is the perfect place to sip a refreshing cocktail, savor stunning ocean views and enjoy an evening of Riviera Maya fine dining.
Enjoy live music, hand-crafted cocktails and an unmatched attention to detail. Dine indoors surrounded by a vibrant décor where you can savor gorgeous ocean views. Frida has been awarded Four Diamonds by the AAA.

Frida

Frida
Frida
Experience a culinary tribute to the legendary Mexican painter Frida Kahlo in our award-winning restaurant, Frida. As colorful and eclectic as the artist herself, the carefully curated menu delivers exceptional Mexican cuisine with a modern twist. Enjoy live music, hand-crafted cocktails and an unmatched attention to detail. Dine indoors surrounded by a vibrant décor where you can savor gorgeous ocean views. Frida has been awarded Four Diamonds by the AAA.
CuisineMexican Haute Cuisine
AmbianceAmbassador
Age GroupFamily Friendly
HoursOpen from 18:00 p.m. to 23:00 p.m.
Phone1 877 418 2963
Attire

Resort casual. Flip-flops, gym, or beach clothes are not allowed. The dress code applies to teens 16 and over.

Restaurants operating hours and days may vary. Please check with your Concierge.

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Every dish created by chef Laura Avalos is a masterpiece that reflects the rich culinary heritage of Mexico. Savor delicacies including black bean cappuccino, grilled macha octopus taco or short rib served in a "mole de olla" reduction. 
Mouthwatering desserts like guava candy with granola and warm corn muffin with spices cream to complete your experience. A kids' menu is also available.
Laura Isadora Ávalos Sierra

Meet the Chef

Laura Isadora Ávalos Sierra
Originally from Manzanillo, Colima, Chef Ávalos' love for cuisine was inspired by her father's cooking and her Sunday mornings at the fishermen's market, with its scent of fresh seafood to be prepared in family meals. To her, the happiness that results from a good dish has no compare.

She began her career at the Barceló Karmina Palace resort, where she carried out her professional apprenticeship. She then joined the central kitchen of Grand Velas Riviera Maya, under the guidance of Antonio Ochoa, from whom she learned about sacrifice and resilience. Later, it was the Executive Sous Chef who taught her about the administrative side of the department.

But it was at restaurant Frida, alongside Chef Ricardo de la Vega, where she learned the secrets of Mexican gastronomy and took part in the "Wine & Food Riviera Maya" festivals. She continued on her path at restaurant Piaf, directed by Mario Soto, and also took part in the "Best Of France" event. With this experience, she again joined forces with Chef de la Vega for "Best Of Mexico", and the Congress of the Maîtres Cuisiniers de France.

Her latest feat was the renewal of the Suite Service menu, and today, she leads restaurant Frida; serving regional Mexican cuisine. It is in this restaurant where she hosted the festival "The Best of Mexico's Culinary Traditions" and other festivals held such as "A Bite of Mexico "together with chef Ricardo de la Vega, in which she had the opportunity to collaborate hand in hand with great chefs and cooks.

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