People of Las Adelitas
Rodrigo Flores
„It's hard to believe but I've been in the Czech Republic since 2006. I originally came from Mexico to just visit a friend but the local architecture, food, people, and culture, in general, put me under a spell: that's why I stayed here despite the local climate that I wasn't very fond of. I like it very much here, but I miss the endless, warm and sunny months. Food is my passion, especially Mexican food, and I decided to spread its fame in the Czech Republic successfully (hopefully). Las Adelitas is like my child. When we first started, I spent my entire time by the cooker and today, I am an Executive Chef at Las Adelitas - more precisely, the chef of the restaurant in Malé náměstí. When we participate in gastronomic events (Korzo Krymská, Czech Beer Festival, Zažít Vinohrady Jinak), I will most probably be the one who will serve you. My favorite dish? Seafood and mole sauce.„
Patricio Ibargüengoitia
„Of the four of us, I've been in the Czech Republic the longest - since 2003. If you run into me, we can certainly have a chat in Czech; I think I'll be able to have a decent conversation. I love being outdoors and breathe fresh air but it's often cloudy in Prague, so I'm very happy to have Las Adelitas as my refuge. I constantly try to improve all three restaurants and move them forward. I search for new ideas, I contribute to the administration and provide the necessary maintenance and upgrades for the restaurants. My position is officially Director of Operations and you will usually find me at Las Adelitas in Malé náměstí. I mainly get my inspiration for work from back home in Pachuca, Mexico where my family lives, and where I go to recharge my energy and ideas about once a year.”
Fernando Larios
„I come from Tijuana, a border city with sunny California. What I miss the most in the Czech Republic are my family, the Pacific ocean and the weather. I've been here since 2007, but we probably wouldn't be able to talk much in Czech unless we talk about food and food only. Although I graduated with a degree in Construction Management from California Polytechnic State University, I submerged myself in the world of gastronomy in Prague. I spend most of my free time at Las Adelitas: it's my second home. My position is Director of Administration and Management. I don't only go to Mexico to visit friends and family, but it's also a great opportunity to find new distributors and partnerships for Las Adelitas. What do I do when I don't work? Travel to warm places.”
David Zamorano
„At first, I couldn't decide on which side of the Atlantic ocean I'd stay. Europe eventually carried the day and since 2006 I settled in Prague, which I was fascinated by from the very first moment. I appreciate that there isn't so much chaos and smog here, as opposed to my hometown in Mexico City. Besides Las Adelitas where I work as the Marketing and Brand Director, I spend some time with film, photography, and animation. I try to develop my creativity; my original reason to come to the Czech Republic was to study film. I also have my heart set on American football which I try to be actively engaged in. What is it that I miss the most? Apart from certain exotic kinds of fruit, it's especially my family. I travel to Mexico every 1-2 years to stay for a month or two. I spend most of my time in the office on Americká street, but you may find me at lunch hours in all three restaurants.”
Luis Arronte
„I work as the Executive Chef of Las Adelitas. I am also in charge of our caterings, creating the weekly menu and the special offers for our events. I prefer to cook meals that take time to make. My specialty is slow cooking with a few simple and quality ingredients. One of the things I like most about the Czech Republic is the level of responsibility for oneself. My success is only in my hands and the fact that it's a lot of hard work doesn't bother me at all; in Mexico, it doesn't work like this at all. Although I am not a big fan of Czech negativism present everywhere, I don't miss Mexico so much during the course of the year. I get the chance once a year, to visit my family in Puebla and explore unknown places of my native country, where I search for new flavors and combinations which I then experiment with at Las Adelitas.”