Chef Erick Alonso Ramos Cornejo Joins the Team
Above Eleven Dubai is thrilled to announce the appointment of Chef Erick Alonso Ramos Cornejo as its new Chef de Cuisine. With over 12 years of diverse culinary experience, Chef Erick brings a wealth of knowledge to the Peruvian-Japanese restaurant. He will work alongside General Manager Alex Park, forming a dynamic leadership team dedicated to advancing the restaurant’s culinary journey.
A Culinary Journey from Peru to Dubai
Chef Erick hails from Peru and has built an impressive culinary career across Latin America and the Middle East. He began his journey in Lima, where he honed his skills at the renowned Sushi-ito, specializing in Peruvian Nikkei cuisine, and at the fine-dining establishment Lima 27.
His experience expanded as he served as Sous Chef at La Locanda Restaurant in Quito, Ecuador, where he helped launch a celebrated Mediterranean concept. Chef Erick continued his career in Mexico as Chef de Cuisine at Latin Bistro – Sea Breeze and spent two years specializing in Peruvian cuisine at Ni in Nizuc Resort, Cancun. He also played a key role as Sous Chef during the opening of W Muscat in Oman. Most recently, Chef Erick excelled as Senior Sous Chef at Emirates Flight Catering, crafting menus for first-class passengers.
Award-Winning Chef
Chef Erick has received numerous accolades, including the What’s On Award for “Best Seafood Restaurant” at Moana Restaurant in Dubai, along with recognition from the Gourmet International Festival and Latitud Cero Congress.
Commitment to Excellence at Above Eleven
In his new role, Chef Erick aims to build on Above Eleven’s successful introduction to the Middle East. He plans to enhance the restaurant’s distinctive Nikkei menu, aligning it with his creative flair and extensive experience in fine dining and luxury hospitality.
“I’m thrilled to join Above Eleven as the new Chef de Cuisine,” Chef Erick expressed. “My goal is to bring a fresh perspective to our Nikkei menu while staying true to our mother brand in Bangkok. I want to blend my passion for Peruvian cuisine with the diverse global influences I’ve gathered over the years. I look forward to collaborating with the talented team here and creating exceptional dining experiences that will delight our guests and keep Above Eleven a must-visit destination.”
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