Michelin-Starred Chef Carlos Gaytán Brings Teté, Cocina del Alma to Acapulco’s Princess Mundo Imperial
Princess Mundo Imperial, the crown jewel of Acapulco’s luxury hospitality scene, is entering a bold new chapter, and with it comes an unparalleled dining experience. This summer, Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Gaytán will unveil Teté, Cocina del Alma, a deeply personal culinary venture inspired by the flavors of his childhood and the traditions of Guerrero.
The launch of Teté, Cocina del Alma arrives as part of Princess Mundo Imperial’s extensive $120 million transformation, cementing the resort’s reputation as a world-class destination for both travelers and gastronomes. Joining a lineup of esteemed culinary offerings, including an upcoming Italian concept by Florentine Chef Paolo Miano, Gaytán’s latest project reaffirms Acapulco’s resurgence as a luxury epicenter for fine dining.
Carlos Gaytán: A Chef Who Rewrites Culinary History
Chef Carlos Gaytán is no stranger to making history. In 2013, he became the first Mexican chef to earn a Michelin star for his acclaimed Chicago restaurant, Mexique. His trailblazing approach to Mexican cuisine has since led to an expansion of his culinary empire, with Tzuco in Chicago and a trio of celebrated establishments—Paseo, Céntrico, and Tiendita—at Downtown Disney District in Anaheim.
Now, in a full-circle moment, Gaytán returns to Guerrero—the place where his love for cooking began—to craft a dining experience that blends haute cuisine with the comforting, nostalgic flavors of his childhood.
“Returning to Guerrero with this project is deeply personal. I want guests to feel like they are stepping into my home, experiencing the flavors and traditions that shaped my journey.”
Chef Carlos Gaytán
Teté, Cocina del Alma is named in honor of Doña Teté (Teresa), Gaytán’s mother, whose recipes and traditions serve as the foundation of the menu.
An Intimate Yet Lively Atmosphere
Designed to evoke warmth and authenticity, Teté, Cocina del Alma will offer an intimate dining experience for 60 guests indoors, alongside a vibrant outdoor bar and patio seating for 100. Guests can expect a setting that is both refined and welcoming, seamlessly integrating Acapulco’s coastal charm with the rich culinary traditions of Mexico.
The restaurant’s concept is built around storytelling through food—each dish a narrative of tradition, innovation, and personal memory. Gaytán’s signature elegant-yet-approachable style will guide the menu, where classic Guerrero flavors are reinterpreted with contemporary technique and precision.
Princess Mundo Imperial’s Grand Culinary Expansion
The opening of Teté, Cocina del Alma is a defining moment in the ongoing transformation of Princess Mundo Imperial, one of Acapulco’s most storied resorts. Once a legendary getaway for Hollywood’s elite in the 1970s, the resort’s recent multimillion-dollar renovation is setting the stage for a new era of luxury hospitality.
The addition of Chef Paolo Miano’s Italian restaurant will further diversify the resort’s world-class dining scene, ensuring that Princess Mundo Imperial remains at the forefront of Acapulco’s culinary renaissance.
With Teté, Cocina del Alma, Chef Carlos Gaytán is doing more than just opening a restaurant—he is bringing a piece of his soul back home, creating a space where food, memory, and passion converge.