Last week, we were invited to an exclusive lunch at Casa Lola. While there, Banco Popular gave us a sneak peak at the flavors and culinary techniques that will be a part of the 5th edition of its annual event Ultimate Flavors of the Islands to be held on May 19 to May 21 in St. Thomas. Chef Roberto Treviño was in charge of the delicious menu and desserts by pastry chef Nasha Fondeur. For the benefit of those who want to attend the event, Banco Popular has joined forces with Seaborne Airlines and will offer a 10% discount on airfare from San Juan to St. Thomas when using the promo code: FLAVORS. Also, the Mariott Frenchman’s Reef & Morning Star Resort in St. Thomas has a special rate during those dates for those who attend the event. For more information visit: www.flavorsbancopopular.com.
On Thursday May 19 at 6:00 p.m., 100 guests will take part in an exclusive three-course dinner called Soiree of Flavors. 10 celebrity chefs will be on hand to prepare an eclectic menu, each one in charge of their respective table of 10 guests. On Saturday, May 21, you will have the opportunity to see culinary students in action at the Junior Chefs Competition & Mentoring Session with entertainment activities such as: Junior Chefs Competition mentored by celebrity chefs; Mini Tasting Pavilion, and Demo Kitchens. Among the local chefs that will be participating in the event are: Ventura Vivoni (CasaBlanca Neighborhood Grill), Juan Peña (Fern), Nasha Fondeur (Condado Vanderbilt), Raul Correa (Zest), Jose Juan Cuevas (1919), Roberto Treviño (Budatai | Casa Lola), Xavier Pacheco (La Jaquita Baya).
