Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the luxury Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita is celebrating Día de los Muertos. The resort hosts its annual Catrinas Fest, a vibrant three-day celebration starting on November 1 to 3, 2024. Mexican celebration with exclusive dinners, special theme cocktail parties, cooking demonstrations led by renowned chefs and mixologists. Cultural enlightening events include music and family-friendly activities and programming for all ages.
“We proudly honor Día de Los Muertos with an epicurean journey through the traditions of Mexico, along with cultural experiences and workshops that are rooted in rich Mexican tradition and heritage," shared John O'Sullivan, Regional Vice President and General Manager of Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita. "We are fortunate to welcome incredible Mexican talent to the hotel for the weekend, allowing our visitors to truly immerse in the culturally rich cuisine of the country, to nicely complement an array of visual and experiential programming that celebrates and respects the spirit of the holiday that celebrates life, family, and friendship."
Savor the Celebration
Executive Chef Jorge Gonzales of Dos Catrinas will prepare exciting Mexican dishes alongside notable visiting chefs, including Chef Richard Sandoval, James Beard Semi-Finalist Carlos Galana of Michelin-recognized Guzina Oaxaca in Mexico City, and Chef Jose Miguel Garcia of Espantapájaros and La Barraca in Mexico City.
In addition to the resort's traditional offerings, various onsite restaurants will feature different culinary events. Kick off the holiday weekend on Nov. 1, during Tertulia Night with a multi-station dinner at Dos Catrinas. Professional makeup artists will have an area to paint a traditional Mexican Dia de los Muertos face. Festivities include stilt walkers and performances from local musicians.
The following day is a Barbacoa demonstration at Cuevas Beach at 6:30 p.m. This local indigenous tradition of slow-cooking a whole animal over a pit oven will have the chefs of the Resort demonstrate the preparation of the meat, and how they marinate the meat with agave leaves and garnish with onion and cilantro. Complimentary tastings are available, and guests of Dos Catrinas will be able to enjoy more of the prepared meat as a main course item.
Día de Muertos Dinner
On Saturday, November 2 at Dos Catrinas, guests can reserve a table for a multi-course dinner experience. Guest chefs will present their own course on the menu, to showcase their individual creativity and expertise. The dinner will be accompanied by performances from local musicians.
Clase Azul Mez Bar Takeover
After dinner, on November 2, guests are invited to enjoy a nightcap at the upbeat MEZ bar. Mexico's beloved tequila brand Clase Azul is collaborating with celebratory decorations and a unique, signature Día de Los Muertos bottle. Sip some of the innovative cocktails, and try one or more of the 70 varieties of mezcal. Live music enhances this fiesta throughout the evening.
La Vida Brunch
Enjoy Sunday Brunch on November 3 at Dos Catrinas before your flight home. From 10 am to 2 pm, this ultimate Sunday brunch buffet displays traditional barbacoa, chilaquiles, a raw bar, Mexican pastries, freshly made omelets and pancakes, and the signature Bloody Catrinas morning beverage. Live music from a marimba duo will entertain guests throughout the brunch.
Cooking Classes
Throughout the celebratory weekend, the resort is hosting informative classes led by the culinary team, where guests will learn how to prepare traditional Mexican dishes at home.
Cultural Workshops
The Resort will also be offering an array of culturally-inspired experiences in the property’s Cultural Center, led by the Resort’s very own Cultural Concierge, to honor and celebrate the holiday Learn how to create traditional Mexican crafts. Make a Catrina headpiece and attend a makeup workshop, take a sugar skull decorating workshop or attend a cold porcelain skull workshop.
Embrace the essence of Dia de los Muertos through cuisine, cocktails, crafts, colorful festive altars and music at the Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita.
