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Cook Service |
This is a great way to sample authentic Mexican and Yucatecan cuisine.
- Cooks normally prepare 2 meals per day, including breakfast and your choice of lunch or evening meal for 6 days during the week.
- Meal service rates vary slightly, depending on property you choose. Weekly rates start at $175 per adult; $87.50 for children. This includes the cost of the food, preparation, service and clean up. The price does not include beverages or tip for the cook.
- Lobster and shrimp are extra charge (depending on the market price)
- Priority is given to guests who request meal service for the full week
- Meal service for partial weeks is available in some properties; some properties have a minimum of 3 days that must be consecutive (no skipped days)
- Please make arrangements for cook service in advance
- A representative will help plan the menu when you arrive, however, it helps if we have your menu selection for the first day
- Payment for meal service will either be made on the island in US cash or travelers checks (sorry, no credit cards or checks) or by check or credit card before you arrive on the island.
- If you wish to have the villa stocked with some basic grocery items or beverages, a service fee of 20% is applied.
- If you have special dietary restrictions, please let your representative know when you are going over menu selection (see sample menu below).
- If you have a special event or celebration such as a birthday or anniversary, let us know.
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A Few Sample Menus
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Breakfast
Includes coffee, orange juice, milk,
bread and fresh fruit
Mexican Eggs
Ham, Cheese & Mushroom Omelet
Pancakes • Ham, Bacon or Sausage
French Toast • Ham, Bacon or Sausage
Chilaquiles with Chicken
Scrambled Eggs• Ham, Bacon or Sausage
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Lunch/Dinner
Includes soup (Aztec, lima, vegetable, corn or rice), guacamole, Mexican sauce and chips
Chicken or Beef Fajitas
Breaded/Garlic Butter Grouper
Sirloin Tips in Mexican Sauce
Chicken Enchiladas
Chili Rellenos
Chicken Pibil or Mole
Breaded or Garlic Butter Shrimp or Lobster
(extra charge for shrimp/lobster)
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| Grocery Shopping |
You can buy just about anything you need at the various supermarkets and stores in Cozumel. One of the great benefits of staying in a private villa or condo is that you have more space, including a full kitchen or kitchenette. You can stock up on your favorite foods and beverages for snacks, lunches or complete dinners. If your property has a barbecue, you can throw some burgers, chicken or shrimp on the grill. You'll save a few bucks by having some meals in your rental property, as well as enjoy the convenience of grabbing a quick snack or beverage out of your own frig. There are several large grocery stores on the island; here are some notes:
- Mega: Cozumel's newest and largest grocery store is located on the oceanfront road between Calle 7 and 9. The grocery department offers a full line of foods including an instore bakery, deli, fresh fruits/vegetables, liquor, beer, meats, seafood. In addition, this is a department store with appliances, clothing, household goods, pharmacy, etc.
- Chedraui: Located on the oceanfront road just south of Calle 11, across from Plaza Las Glorias Hotel. Plenty of parking. Instore bakery, deli, large selection of fresh fruits/vegetables, liquor/beer, and full line of groceries.
- San Francisco: On 30th Ave. on the corner of Juarez. Full selection of fruits/vegetables, beer/liquor, and groceries plus instore deli and bakery.
- Liquor Stores can sell beer/liquor until 9 p.m. Mon.-Sat. and before 2 on Sunday. There are numerous liquor stores throughout San Miquel, including a large drive up liquor store located next to the San Francisco store on 30th (just north of the store).
- Small neighborhood tiendas (stores) are scattered throughout town and are convenient to many properties. Don't be afraid to go in and poke around, buy a couple of Cokes or a few basics. Some tiendas stock fruits and vegetables, some have beer/liquor.
- Another alternative to restaurants and cooking yourself is to have a cook come in and prepare two meals a day in your villa or condo. We can make arrangements for you. Guests really like this option. Enjoy a piping hot breakfast when you arise, then go out and enjoy the day and return to savor tasty regional dishes prepared and served to you in the privacy of your vacation villa. Let the cook pamper with tasty treats during your stay!
- If you wish to have your vacation villa or condo stocked with some basic grocery items or beverages upon arrival, please make your requests well in advance. A service fee of 20% is applied.
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| Regional Foods of Cozumel |
- Carne Asada: Pork or beef, grilled over a charcoal fire
- Chuleta Yucateca: Pork chop, marinated in red adobado then grilled and smothered wth sauteed onions
- Churros: A donut type batter deep fried with a coating of sugar
- Ceviche: Fish, shirmp or conch (prounced "konk") marinated in lemon and vinegar with onions, tomatoes and cilantro.
- Flan: A popular custard dessert
- Horchata: A sweet drink made of rice or barley, almonds, sugar, vanilla and water
- Huachinango: Red snapper, usually served whole
- Queso "Gallo":Holland cheese that has been imported to the Yucatan. Queso rellano (stuffed cheese) is made with ground beef, raisins, capers, smothered with Holland cheese and topped with a creamy white sauce
- Tamalas: Chicken, wwrapped in a heavy dough and cooked in banana leaves
- Ixnepech: A hot sauce made with spicy Habanero peppers, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, lime and vinegar. Means "dog's nose" in Mayan.
- Jamaica: Promounced "ha-my-ka", this delicious drink is made from flowers.
- Mero: Fresh grouper, usually served as a fillet
- Mojo de Ajo: Fish, conch or shrimp, served in butter and garlic sauce
- Mole: Chicken or turkey or enchiladas, baked in a thick, spicy brown sauce made of almonds, chocolate, chipotle peppers and peanut oil
- Pibil: Chicken or pork baked in a tangy red sauce with orange juice and wrapped in banana leaves
- Plantano Frito: Fried bananas, greasy but tasty
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