Four Pacific Chefs Honored by the Académie Culinaire de France in Mexico

Ceremonia de nombramiento de la Academia Culinaria de Francia en México. El Chef Francisco Díaz junto a chefs reconocidos, tras recibir su nombramiento como miembro oficial.

On June 27, the Hotel Presidente InterContinental hosted a remarkable evening that brought together culinary talent, technique, and tradition. Altier Catering participated in this special dinner, which marked the official induction of four chefs as new members of the Académie Culinaire de France in Mexico: Miguel Taniyama, Ángel Álvarez, Gerardo Sandoval, and Francisco Díaz, founder of Altier Catering.

The Académie Culinaire de France is one of the most prestigious and long-standing culinary institutions in the world. Dedicated to preserving the excellence of French cuisine and promoting professional chef training worldwide, being named a member is a distinguished honor in the gastronomy world.

During the dinner, Chef Gerardo Sandoval prepared the third course, while Chef Miguel Taniyama created an appetizer. Chefs Ángel Álvarez and Francisco Díaz collaborated with both, enriching the experience with their own styles and techniques to deliver a culinary event that celebrated the flavors of the Pacific coast and the finesse of haute cuisine.

A Recognition From the Académie Culinaire de France That Celebrates Collaboration

For Altier Catering, this recognition goes beyond individual achievement. It reflects the commitment of the entire team to delivering custom culinary experiences with excellence, care, and attention to detail. Each dish is a result of passion, teamwork, and a deep respect for the guests' experience.

From private dinners in luxury villas to destination weddings and exclusive corporate events, Altier Catering continues to establish itself as a benchmark for luxury catering in Puerto Vallarta and the Riviera Nayarit, offering a warm and sophisticated approach to gourmet service.

Special Thanks

The team at Altier Catering extends its sincere thanks to Grupo Presidente and the Hotel Presidente InterContinental for hosting this significant evening. Gratitude also goes to Sabores Amar, FotoFoodie, Vatel Club México, Vatel Magazine, and Disciples Escoffier México for their support and presence.

A special mention to the talented photographer who captured the essence of the night: thank you, FotoFoodie, for immortalizing every detail with such authenticity and sensitivity.