DINING
EXPERIENCE DINING AT
PUNTACANA RESORT
OUR RESORT CHEFS
Our passionate culinary team it's made up of innovative and talented professionals with years of experience in the gastronomic industry.
Our sous chef Jose Luis Abreu leads the Playa Blanca restaurant culinary team, and our executive chef Cristian Shinya leads the Bamboo and
La Yola restaurants culinary team. This team makes the magic happen at Puntacana Resort.
JOSE LUIS ABREU ABIKARRAM
PLAYA BLANCA RESTAURANT
Meet our Chef Jose Luis Abreu, our star in Playa Blanca and the person in charge, together with his staff, of delighting your palate.
Born and raised in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, discovered his passion for cooking thanks to the influence of his grandmother. Jose Luis was always by her side, fascinated by the culinary process and eager to learn.
In 2011, he settled in Punta Cana, where he made his mark in the restaurant industry, especially in beach clubs. His culinary approach is characterized by a deep respect for local ingredients and boundless creativity. Jose Luis takes pride in using fresh, seasonal products in his creations and frequently visits local markets and restaurants for inspiration. In addition to his work in the restaurant industry, Jose Luis also dedicates time to sharing his passion for cooking with others, participating in local gastronomic events where he enthusiastically shares his knowledge and expertise.
John Marcos De la Rosa
Bao & Brassa
Puntacana Resort
Meet our Chef John Marcos De la Rosa, the head and heart behind Bao & Brassa.
As a young boy growing up in the city of Higüey, his passion for cooking ignited at the tender age of four. With pots and pans clattering around him, he found joy in the art of creating flavors and textures that delighted both the palate and the soul.
Today, as he reflects on his culinary odyssey, and after 10 years in the business, he is filled with gratitude for the opportunities that have shaped him into the chef he is today. And as he continues to pursue his culinary dreams, he carries many lessons learned from all his mentors, leaders and staff that he had worked with throughout these years.