With 4 years in this paradise and 20+ years in his culinary career, our Executive Chef has discovered delightful foods in markets, squares, and streets. Join him for an authentic gastronomic adventure, featuring memorable dishes and honoring tradition. Explore Costa Rica’s multicultural essence and vibrant “Pura Vida” lifestyle from north to south and east to west!
Enter The Tico Grill at La Jaranita and immerse yourself in a unique gastronomic adventure. With personal mini grills at every table, you can barbecue your own custom selection of veggies, proteins, and more, crafting delectable “gallitos” - Costa Rica’s famed soft corn tortilla mini-tacos. Explore artisan Guaro Cacique infusions and classic cocktails like the Jaguar You and Margarazo for an unforgettable dining journey.
Step into romantic dining escapade amidst the rainforests, perfect for celebrating love. Guests can enjoy a 6-course surprise menu paired with curated wines, creating a delightful culinary symphony. Hosted in the intimate Wine Cellar, “La Cava,” with personalized service, it’s a serene getaway nestled in nature. Cured by the chef without a set menu, each course is customized and complemented by wines selected by the sommelier.
As the Executive Chef at Amor Arenal, the chef takes pride in offering guests a genuine and down-to-earth culinary experience. With a focus on fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, each dish is crafted to showcase simple yet flavorful combinations. The menu, consisting of six courses paired with fine wines, reflects the chef ’s passion for honest gastronomy. Guests can expect a memorable dining adventure that highlights the purity of ingredients and the care that goes into every dish.
Our Executive Chef Guillermo, inspired by his passion for cooking, invites you to join him for a unique culinary experience. He has crafted a 2-hour session that includes a live demonstration and tasting of four traditional Costa Rican dishes. Enjoy great conversation and fine wines as you explore these authentic flavors.
We take great pride in introducing you to our exquisite Wine Cellar, where we offer a truly unique wine tasting experience featuring 5 exclusive wines, each meticulously selected to showcase distinct regions from around the world. Embark on a captivating journey alongside our sommelier through diverse wine-producing territories. To complement this sensory adventure, indulge in a curated selection of cheeses, charcuterie, roasted vegetables, and an assortment of freshly baked homemade bread.
Unleash your mixologist skills at Amor Arenal’s cocktail lesson, where you’ll prepare five classic cocktails using unique techniques and a blend of flavors, textures, colors, and aromas. Enjoy the journey and gain valuable bartending skills to impress your friends back home. Enhancing this experience, our Chef ’s selection of tapas will complement and elevate each cocktail for a complete sensory delight.
We have curated the rum tasting experience to celebrate the essence of spirits across Central America, rooted in the richness of sugar cane—the very heart and soul of our craft. Over centuries, this technique has evolved and perfected, culminating in modern times where the finest rums stand shoulder to shoulder in quality with the best whiskies or cognacs.
