La Concha Key West announces Executive Chef Juan Cuadra

KEY WEST – La Concha Key West, the newly-reimagined, ultimate escape from the ordinary with a warm and vibrant tropical Key West experience, announces Executive Chef Juan
Cuadra. Overseeing the development, opening and introduction of the new Tropicado mojito bar, El Dom Café and Perla restaurant, Cuadra brings passion, experience and energy to the La Concha Key West team.

“This is an exciting time for La Concha, and we are lucky to have Chef Juan a part of this journey and the beautiful new experiences being created within our food & beverage outlets,” says General Manager, Tiffany Copeland.

As a proven leader in the culinary world for more than 17 years, Cuadra studied French cooking and is also seasoned in Hispanic cuisine. Finessing many cooking styles through his travels, Caudra originally studied at Le Cordon Bleu and then later served as the executive chef at a variety of restaurants across the nation as well as at resorts in the Florida Keys. Cuadra’s epicurean approach is focused on local and authentic ingredients, using sustainable ingredients when possible to properly showcase the culture and flavors of the location.

Giving back to the community is a significant part of Cuadra’s mission. He is very active in the Key West community, supporting those in need by feeding the homeless, hosting complimentary community cooking classes for lower income families and collaborating with a program to help with food preparedness for single mothers on a limited budget.

Presenting an ambiance of vintage Cuba brought into modern Key West fashion, La Concha is a place to discover the effortless pleasure of conch (a nickname for native Key West locals) hospitality. As a classic mojito bar, Tropicado is vibrant and relaxed, offering crafted classic drinks and lite bites served by Certified Mojito Masters. The inventive mashup of “Tropical” and the Spanish suffix “ado” implying “how we feel”, Tropicado is more than a bar, it is a state of being and a way of life. Perla, Spanish for “pearl,” is a culinary experience that reimagines Cuban cuisine through the vibrant lens of Key West. Unique dishes and modern takes on traditional plates, Perla serves casual breakfasts, leisurely lunches, and nostalgic dinners. El Dom Café invites guests to immerse themselves in the authentic Cuban coffee culture that is steeped in tradition and flavor. The ingredients and cultural heritage create the best array of sweet Cuban pastries, café con leche and savory Ham Croquette sandwiches.

Presenting a fun and lively atmosphere as the shining star of Duval Street, La Concha Key West is a historic landmark known for its deep and colorful roots within the island’s history. The hotel is situated in the heart of Old Town Key West and is within walking distance of major attractions, shopping, entertainment, and nightlife. Many notable guests have stayed at the hotel over the years, including literary legends and dignitaries like Ernest Hemingway, Tennessee Williams, and Harry Truman.

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