The Soul of Modern Mexican Cuisine
With Chef Roberto Alcocer
A Fourth of July Culinary Weekend in Pedregal
From Baja to San Diego, and into Pedregal’s Shores, this Fourth of July weekend invites you into the culinary world of Chef Roberto Alcocer—a journey through modern Mexican cuisine that feels as personal as it is indelible. Rooted in Baja California, shaped by time in France and Spain, and elevated by the seasonal abundance of the California coast, each experience reflects a balance of refinement and warmth, where bright coastal flavors, gentle heat, and precise technique come together in dishes that tell stories of place and memory.
From Valle in Oceanside, his MICHELIN-starred restaurant that redefined modern Mexican dining in Southern California, to Malva in Valle de Guadalupe, Alcocer’s cooking is shaped by both heritage and evolution. Across the weekend, that vision unfolds in intimate, beautifully paced moments where Mexico’s spirit comes alive at the table.
This Fourth of July celebration is best experienced slowly, shared fully, and savored in every bite.
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Chef Roberto Alcocer
Roberto Alcocer is the Executive Chef behind Valle in Oceanside, California, the first and only MICHELIN-starred restaurant in the city, and Malva, his long-celebrated culinary destination in Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico. With more than 20 years of experience cooking across Mexico and in MICHELIN-starred kitchens throughout France and Spain, Alcocer has become a defining voice in modern Baja Mexican cuisine, known for vibrant, playful, and deeply expressive cooking rooted in place. At Valle, he brings this perspective to a seasonally driven, California-sourced tasting menu that reflects an intriguing dialogue between Baja’s culinary heritage and the laid-back energy of Oceanside’s coastal surf and skate culture.
Under his leadership, Valle earned its first MICHELIN star in 2023 and retained the honor in 2024, and in 2025 he was named a James Beard Foundation Best Chef: California Semi-Finalist, further cementing his influence on the evolution of contemporary Mexican cuisine.
Bodega Era
Bodega ERA is the private winery of celebrated Chef Roberto Alcocer, the culinary visionary behind the MICHELIN-starred Valle in Oceanside, California, and Malva in Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico. With a profound love for the Malbec grape, Chef Roberto has curated a portfolio of wines that celebrate its unique expression and designed for those who appreciate exceptional, character-driven wines.
At Bodega ERA, the focus is singular yet diverse—showcasing Malbec in its most captivating forms. Standout wines include CHAMPÚ, a distinctive pét-nat sparkling Malbec offering a playful effervescence, and Paso Uno, a bold and robust red that exemplifies the depth of this varietal. Each bottle reflects Chef Roberto’s passion for innovation and his commitment to honoring the terroir of Baja California.
Tequila Patrón
Patrón tequila is passionately handcrafted with meticulous precision and care in the same small batches and with the same commitment to quality and craftsmanship by our familia of bold innovators who maintain a tireless dedication to achieve perfection in every drop.
Curated Moments
EXCLUSIVE EXPERIENCES TO ELEVATE YOUR ITINERARY
Agave Unfiltered
A Sunlit Study of Mexican Heritage with Patrón
In the open-air Agave Study, guests are invited into an immersive cocktail class experience celebrating the artistry of Patrón Tequila. Guided by an expert mixologist, the class explores the craftsmanship behind one of Mexico’s most iconic spirits while guests learn the techniques, flavors, and stories behind handcrafted cocktails. Through a hands-on journey of mixing, tasting, and discovery, the experience offers a refined introduction to the heritage and creativity that define modern tequila culture.
Friday, July 3rd, 2026
Tasting: 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Agave Study
Baja in a Glass-Wine Tasting
A Private Cellar Tasting from Bodega Era
Inside Don Manuel’s Wine Cellar Table, a select few guests are invited into an intimate tasting of Bodega ERA, the private winery of Roberto Alcocer. Here, Malbec is reimagined through the lens of Baja California—lively, expressive, and shaped by desert sun and coastal influence. From the lively, unexpected sparkle of CHAMPÚ pét-nat to structured depth of Paso Uno, each pour reflects a chef’s instinct for balance and a region’s evolving identity. Guided by the guest sommelier, this is a rare cellar experience rooted in place, craft, and character in every pour.
Friday, July 3rd, 2026
Tasting: 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location: Don Manuel’s Wine Cellar
A Table for Thirty – Chef's Table
An Intimate Journey Through Baja-Inspired Cuisine with Chef Roberto Alcocer
Limited to just 30 guests, this private Chef’s Table at Don Manuel’s invites you into an intimate five-course expression of the culinary vision of Roberto Alcocer—Executive Chef of Valle, Oceanside’s MICHELIN-starred restaurant, and Malva in Valle de Guadalupe. Drawing on more than 20 years across Mexico, France, and Spain, his cuisine reflects a soulful dialogue between Baja and California. Across five thoughtful courses, guests will move through sea and land, freshness to depth. Each plate grounded in modern Mexican cuisine at its most personal and expressive.
Friday, July 3rd, 2026
Meet & Greet: 6:30 p.m.
Dinner: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Don Manuel’s Wine Cellar Table
Stay with us
Join us in 2026 for our new ‘Festival of Flavors’ at Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal transcends Mexico to bring you exclusive access to the most exquisite, sophisticated, and world-class culinary experiences in the heart of Los Cabos.
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