The omnipresent sun makes the white foreground of the half-moon sun terrace gleam, as champagne-sipping guests in wide-brimmed hats and sunglasses recline before a broad infinity lap-pool, which spills over to arid desert views through Mojave yucca and lanky cacti. The minimalist, sand-colored concrete buildings blend into the wild landscape and take advantage of the panoramic views of the rustic terrain. For Plascencia, Todos Santos, in particular, has everything. Our corner is found in Todos Santos, Baja California Sur atCalle Topete and Horizonte. A cactus and agave-strewn botanical amphitheatre is the focal point at Paradero Todos Santos, a community-minded,eco-centric desert resort offering a distinctly different flavour of escapism to what is typically found in Baja California Sur. Not only did I get up on the board and ride a few waves, but I had a blast doing it. TODOS SANTOS, Mexico In early February, I ditched the foot of snow that had just fallen in Seattle and headed south to Baja for some much-needed Mexican sunshine. But I motivated, and off we went. There are no televisions. All guests may want a patterned woollen poncho once the sun sets and the Pacific breeze blows fresh. From $85 USD++ per person excluding beverages; 35 seats, preference for hotel guests. Focusing on ancient Mexican healing traditions, the spa offers massage, meditation, hot and cold plunge pools, and a mud hut for Temazcal ceremonies. Breakfast at Open Kitchen is a huge hit among guests, as evidenced by the number of times I overheard these are the best eggs I have ever had. Excellent cuisine and authenticity were highly important to the owners of Paradero when they were looking to hire a chef no fewer than 20 people were interviewed for the job. Paradero makes a point of not offering room service. The common spaces carry on in the same vein Paradero Todos Santos features a breathtaking infinity pool and an oasis-like spa. On my last day, I was scheduled to surf at Cerritos Beach with Mario Surf School. WiFi is good and strong throughout the entire property. But in the afternoon, sun salutations and stretching give way to relaxation and margaritas. Though a virgin beach is just down the road, Paradero chose this location because it wants to direct travelers attention to the distinct ecosystems of the area, which, in addition to beaches, includes incredible 200-year-old cacti, the Sierra de Laguna Mountains, an oasis of 5,000 palm trees, and fertile farmland. More specifically, 50 miles further, where they'll find themselves in Todos Santos a destination known for its history, culinary contributions, and small-town feel. Since my flight was significantly delayed, I arrived in the evening when it was already pitch black. Think hammocks, floor pillows from Oaxaca, and outdoor tubs where you can soak in the peaceful nature of both the property and the area of Todos Santos itself. I cant wait to return in a few years when the flora has had a chance to mature and fill out. Order the banana biscuit or the salty bread." I learned that Rios eventually hopes to grow corn on the property so that his tortillas can be 100 percent farm to table. "La Copa Bar is a great place with an incredible story; you'll truly feel the essence of a cantina as you sip the mixologist's latest mezcal creation. All our dishes are made to order right in our kitchen - including our bread, which is baked fresh daily! Tacos are made from scratch and cooked in a traditional Oaxacan clay oven, while meat and fish are sizzled in a wood firedJosperoven and in a hibachi grill overbinchotancharcoal. Those looking for true escapism and relaxation without the crowds, however, will need to go a little further up the coast. It's similar in size to Hotel San Cristbal, but, sitting about 20 minutes away from the beach, it offers a completely different escape. Options are varied, but there's no better place than chef Plascencia's farm-to-table restaurant, Jazamango. Don Henley remains resolute that the Hotel California is nothing more than a non-existent metaphor for the myth of the American Dream, but the building in Todos Santos does bear a striking similarity to the one described in the lyrics you be the judge. Developed on five acres of untouched land, Paradero is purposely not located on the beach, a suggestion to guests that there is more to this part of Mexico than lazing in the sand day after day. Mario Surf School sets its students up with a board, wetsuit, and one-on-one instruction, ensuring that everyone catches a wave. Behind our doors you will find us in a tropical rustic setting that will make you feel like home. Space for each event is limited and priority will be given to hotel guests. The hotel is nestled among the farms of Pescadero, the agricultural community just south of Todos Santos, about an hour north of Cabo. An hour north of Cabo, Todos Santos is a stretch of Baja thats quiet and sparsely populated the perfect place to check out for a few days. Carnitas Machin is a local darling; their homemade corn tortillas are worth the short drive from the center of Todos Santos. They take very seriously the idea that a meal is a chance to come together, meet and laugh and exchange ideas and embrace community, and a meal in solitary cant compare. Cancun or Cabo: Which Mexico Destination Is Better for You? Its raw concrete exteriors blend into the desert, and in its interiors provides a counterpoint to the soft luxury of its rooms and suites. In fact, our painstaking curation led to Michelin making us the official hotel selection of their legendary MICHELIN Guide. Note that toll roads are required to reach Paradero and they are cash only (Pesos or USD). TheTacoSeriesis the latest event to cementParaderosreputation as one of Mexicos top destination restaurants. Paradero provides transportation, towels, lounge chairs, an umbrella, and snacks. You can follow her adventures at feedmywanderlust.com and on Instagram. Other events this fall and winter 2021 include special themed dinners celebrating theDiade la Independencia (September 15),Diade los Muertos (November 2), Thanksgiving (November 25), Christmas (December 24), and New Years Eve (December 31). The kitchen opens for breakfast at 7am, and serves continuously until dinner concludes at 9.30pm. Though newly planted, the spa is shaded by almost 100 locally grown palm trees and other native species. Copyright 2022 Travel + Leisure Co. All Rights Reserved. We've updated our Privacy Policy, which will go in to effect on September 1, 2022. With minimal light pollution in its desert setting and typically clear weather, Paradero has some phenomenal stargazing opportunities, and the Farm Sky Suite takes full advantage. Discerning travelers; those who seek to experience something new through travel, and first-time visitors to the area. Champagne and burritos on the beach. ", Your third and final meal of the day should be, according to Chef Plascencia, "Dm or Ristorante Tre Galline, hands down. At Open Kitchen, chef Eduard Rios (previously of award-winning Pujol in Mexico City), combines his expertise in refined Mexican cuisine with ingredients native to Baja. San Jos del Cabo Airport, to the south, is Bajas busiest and best-connected airport, with routes stretching all over the US and Canada. Every hotel featured is visited personally by members of our team, given the Smith seal of approval, and then anonymously reviewed. Gastronomes may prefer the Taco Tour, which samples a laundry list of the regions best tacos, and guests can meet the local chefs who are reinventing these traditional recipes with energising new flavours. AddressCalle Horizonte S/N, La Cachora23300 Todos Santos, B.C.S. If you're able to grab one of the chairs on the western side of the hotel, don't give it up; the views of the waves, mixed with the descending position of the sun, will transfix any traveler. After about an hour the car slowed and we turned down what is little more than a dusty farm track, bouncing through fields of peppers and tomatillos. By clicking Accept All Cookies, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Taller 17 feels like its straight out of Williamsburg, and Doce Cuarenta Caf not only roasts its own beans, but has a line of bottled experimental cold brews, too. A cozy place to gather with a cocktail in the evening, its roof is also designed to be used as a yoga deck. "The pastry chef and the coffee are incredible. Through custom itineraries, the chef and his team were able to share the "unforgettable farms, beaches, and people" of the region. We offer healthy comfort foods with a menu focused onorganic Chiapan coffee, various breakfasts, sandwiches made with our freshly baked bread, salads, smoothies and juices. Jessica is a landscape photographer and travel writer from Seattle. Heaven or, indeed, an oasis well allow it, just this once. A dense foliage of palms and succulents surround an ojo de agua (watering hole), and the welcome desk of the namesake spa (Ojo de Agua Spa and Wellness Centre) is marked by little more than a centuries-old cactus named Grandma. Vivid colours for the ladies. When the landscape matures, it will surround the outdoor facility and appear like an oasis, inspired by the secret watering holes of the Sierra de la Laguna mountains. There is no traditional carpark or lobby. Todos Santos may only have 4 percent of the population of the neighboring city hub (roughly 7,000 residents), but it's one of those vibrant places where travelers can easily become overwhelmed. Dusty trails sinuously trace the surrounding farming land, deserts, hidden subtropical oases, coastal regions and mountains, and these are best explored by guided bike rides or hikes, as either a morning kick-start or sunset sundowner. Bajas two largest international airports are equidistant, and the hotel offers transfers for US$191 (tax inclusive) each way, which take a little over an hour.

La Paz International, to the north, is typically a little quieter and more expensive. And, above and beyond giveing us the ability to watch those salacious reality shows, TVs and streaming devices certainly werent missed. This is exactly why he's the perfect resource for those looking for an expert to weigh in on a perfect day in Todos Santos. The same theme of embracing local terroir and building vibrant community that drives Paraderos restaurant also underpins its bar. Theres no dive-bombing or inflatable flotsam in sight this is water as healing. Room rates include a traditional Mexican breakfast of burritos, eggs, fruits, juices, and tea and coffee. Restaurants, activities, golf, fishing, services, Four Los Cabos Resorts Receive Golf Digest Editors Choice Awards, Passport to Savings Enjoy the Best of Los Cabos at the Best Prices with Los Cabos Passport, New Female-Led Fusion Restaurant YAYA Premieres at Chileno Bay Resort & Residences, Cabos Best at Your Fingertips A Guide to Using the Cabo San Lucas Directory, The Reel Deal 2022: Previewing Summer Fishing Tournaments in Los Cabos. TheParaderorestaurant is helmed by Chef Eduardo Rios. Exhausted from travel (and maybe a few too many tequilas), my first experience began with an 8 a.m. date with Hernando, Paraderos hiking guide. For true farm-to-table dining, book a table at hilltop Jazamango Restaurante in Todos Santos, where celebrated Tijuanan Chef Javier Plascencia brings his hard-fought Baja Norte style to Baja Sur.

Todos Santos & Pescadero Culinary Experiences. The visiting chefs will put their own distinctive spin on thetacos using fresh, seasonal produce fromParaderosworking organic garden. Want your business, activity or event featured and promoted byCaboViVO, please be sure tocontact us here, thanks, Your email address will not be published. We hiked down to the sand and walked to the end of the small cove where we came upon a family of wild horses lazing in the sun. Chef Plascencia, like the town of Todos Santos itself, has a bit of a magical aura around him that "X factor" you just can't replicate. When someone mentions Mexican beer, thoughts often jump to confused teenagers swilling discount cervezas at illicit house parties, but Todos Santos Brewing is here to dispel that notion entirely. To my surprise, we werent walking through the desert, but rather, a dry jungle, populated by plant species that rely on the few inches of water that drops on the region annually (nothing grows in an actual desert). Lets be honest here, weve all guiltily binged at least an episode or two of a trashy spring break reality show set in Cancun or Cabo, and the resorts of Mexicos Baja peninsula have an equally shady reputation, especially in the south. The town's unique position between the sea, desert, and mountains means it's ripe with activities swimming, surfing, hiking, bird watching, fishing and dishes made from local ingredients you'll dream about long after your trip has come to an end. Through the Paradero 360 program the hotel supports the local community, it is expanding its green program and sources produce locally, and the hotel offers farming courses as part of its extensive guest experiences. Though I am familiar with the lay of the land and had the benefit of Google Maps, the hotel was not easy to find in the dark. There is no traditional kitchen at Paradero, instead, a large communal bar encircles an open-air preparation and cooking space where guests are encouraged to interact and learn about food and culture, or they can choose a bench in the sand and dine under candle and moonlight. The centrepiece of the Botanical Amphitheatre is El Abuelo (the Grandpa), a protected 200-year old cactus.

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