A SEASONAL FINE-DINING RESTAURANT UNDER AN +100 YR OLD OAK TREE IN BAJA'S WINE COUNTRY, VALLE DE GUADALUPE.
MEET CHEF OSCAR TORRES-
Having worked under Michelin star chefs, chef Oscar a Los Angeles native, practices a globally influenced cuisine featuring plates inspired by the Mediterranean, 'Franco-Afrique,' India and Southeast Asia constantly changing and evolving to showcase the abundance of produce sourced from nearby farmers and markets.
LOCATION
VALLE DE GUADALUPE
Tucked about 15 minutes inland from the port city of Ensenada in Baja California, Valle de Guadalupe is Mexico's emerging wine growing region. With about 100+ wineries producing world class vintages, the "Valle" (as locals like to call it), the region has been on the radar of every food traveler.
Cheese makers, olive oil producers, animal raising farms, produce farms, winemakers, craft breweries, the prestigious seafood bounty of Baja waters, there is no wonder Baja is a chef's dream come t
Ensō Omakase is a collaboration from Chef Robert Ruiz and Chef Drew Deckman. We offer two seatings each day, one at 1:45pm, and one at 5:45pm, limited to 8 guests. We have created an intimate, sustainable Omakase experience, focusing specifically on the ingredients available seasonally here in Valle de Guadalupe. Our produce is grown here in the valley on our family farms, truly farm to table. Our exclusive wines are from Baja California, from Cavas del Mogor, and neighboring vineyards. We work with local purveyors and fisherman to ensure that our seafood is sustainable. That our offerings from the sea are treated with our continued philosophy of using the correct capture methods, the correct species, at the right time of year. Valle de Guadalupe, Baja California is an area unique to the world, constantly evolving with the seasons, our menu reflects the same. Our goal is to explore the history, ingredients, and cuisine of Baja though an exclusive dining experience.
Our gastronomic proposal endures the use of Mexican products, and local and seasonal ingredients from Valle de Guadalupe and the coast of Ensenada. The seasons of these products are what set the tone for the creation of new dishes.The inspiration comes from Mexican culture and cuisine, adding creativity and openness to techniques and preparations from other cultures, resulting in a menu designed to be enjoyed by all.
Discover the culinary treasures of Baja California at any time of day in a warm and inviting setting, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes and vineyards. Each dish is meticulously crafted to showcase the virtues of local ingredients and honor their seasonality. From the freshness of the sea's bounty, reminiscent of Ensenada's iconic carts, to the organic, artisanal vegetables from nearby farms, every bite tells a story.
