Noma Mexico: Anyone else going?
Apr 15, 2017, 2:21 pm
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Noma Mexico: Anyone else going?
While I didn't get a table when the initial ones were posted I did get one in late May. I will go IAH-MEX for business then MEX-MID (more business) and have a break of day driver scheduled to cut across the Yucatan to Tulum. Noma that evening and then drive to the airport for CUN-IAH and home.
We ate at Noma in Copenhagen and it was the most memorable meal of my life.
No responses necessary from those who think it is absurd to spend that much money on a meal. You opinion is correct but I am ignoring it.
We ate at Noma in Copenhagen and it was the most memorable meal of my life.
No responses necessary from those who think it is absurd to spend that much money on a meal. You opinion is correct but I am ignoring it.
Apr 17, 2017, 11:07 am
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I ate there on Saturday. It exceeded my expectations. Had a great time with Rene and crew. I have photos on Instagram - as do lots of others #NomaMexico - and I am the admin of another Noma site with many photos and info should you desire feel free to PM me.
Regarding the cost, this does fund scholarships for chefs from Mexico to go to Denmark to work at Noma. Culinary students from Mexico will also get lunch during the two weeks after Noma Tulum closes and get to see the operation, and some are working at externs there now. Rene has always been giving - he donates much to refugees in Denmark - and these are just a few examples of what is happening in Tulum.
Have a great time!
Regarding the cost, this does fund scholarships for chefs from Mexico to go to Denmark to work at Noma. Culinary students from Mexico will also get lunch during the two weeks after Noma Tulum closes and get to see the operation, and some are working at externs there now. Rene has always been giving - he donates much to refugees in Denmark - and these are just a few examples of what is happening in Tulum.
Have a great time!
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Apr 17, 2017, 10:37 pm
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While I didn't get a table when the initial ones were posted I did get one in late May. I will go IAH-MEX for business then MEX-MID (more business) and have a break of day driver scheduled to cut across the Yucatan to Tulum. Noma that evening and then drive to the airport for CUN-IAH and home.
We ate at Noma in Copenhagen and it was the most memorable meal of my life.
No responses necessary from those who think it is absurd to spend that much money on a meal. You opinion is correct but I am ignoring it.
We ate at Noma in Copenhagen and it was the most memorable meal of my life.
No responses necessary from those who think it is absurd to spend that much money on a meal. You opinion is correct but I am ignoring it.
Apr 22, 2017, 4:32 pm
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I'm staying at Nizuc and just having a driver take us down/back. Will then have a few days to lounge on the beach with margaritas and more casual, local fare.
Not sure what Noma is doing afterwards; most likely returning to CPH to finish the build out of the new location, would be my guess.
Not sure what Noma is doing afterwards; most likely returning to CPH to finish the build out of the new location, would be my guess.
Apr 23, 2017, 2:39 pm
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The semi-host hotel is across the street. I rented a house and mostly spent my days on the beach with the Noma group. Noma 2.0 hopes to be ready to open Dec. 1.
Here are some good photos someone posted to their blog if anyone is curious about Tulum.
http://www.alifewortheating.com/posts/2017/noma-mexico
They had plans to open a bar for walk-in diners in Tulum. It wasn't open the first week and I've not seen or heard that it's open yet. It would certainly fill quickly - they get hundreds of walk-up requests for tables daily.
Here are some good photos someone posted to their blog if anyone is curious about Tulum.
http://www.alifewortheating.com/posts/2017/noma-mexico
They had plans to open a bar for walk-in diners in Tulum. It wasn't open the first week and I've not seen or heard that it's open yet. It would certainly fill quickly - they get hundreds of walk-up requests for tables daily.
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Apr 23, 2017, 8:10 pm
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The semi-host hotel is across the street. I rented a house and mostly spent my days on the beach with the Noma group. Noma 2.0 hopes to be ready to open Dec. 1.
Here are some good photos someone posted to their blog if anyone is curious about Tulum.
http://www.alifewortheating.com/posts/2017/noma-mexico
They had plans to open a bar for walk-in diners in Tulum. It wasn't open the first week and I've not seen or heard that it's open yet. It would certainly fill quickly - they get hundreds of walk-up requests for tables daily.
Here are some good photos someone posted to their blog if anyone is curious about Tulum.
http://www.alifewortheating.com/posts/2017/noma-mexico
They had plans to open a bar for walk-in diners in Tulum. It wasn't open the first week and I've not seen or heard that it's open yet. It would certainly fill quickly - they get hundreds of walk-up requests for tables daily.
Apr 23, 2017, 9:21 pm
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Wow thanks for posting looking like an amazing experience. NOMA is very much on the top of my travel list to get to eventually either at the new place in Copenhagen or wherever they go to next (if ever possible to get a reservation).
Apr 27, 2017, 8:49 am
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May 21, 2017, 5:19 pm
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Noma awesome and Merida pretty great
Nectar is a first rate restaurant in Merida but if you want a simpler local meal try La Chaya Maya.
Noma was everything I expected and more. Pics, details and blog entry to come.
Noma was everything I expected and more. Pics, details and blog entry to come.