In this episode of The Unknown Tribe, Alex Ferri sits down with Chef Charly García, Executive Chef of Palmaïa – The House of AïA, to explore the journey behind one of the most innovative plant-based food programs in the hospitality world.
From his early days in Mexico City kitchens to co-founding one of the first vegan taco trucks in Tulum, Chef Charly shares the pivotal moments that shaped his path, the discipline of the kitchen, the challenge of unlearning classical techniques, and the inspiration of bringing intention back into every dish.
Together, Alex and Charly revisit their shared projects in Cabo, Tulum, and Miami, leading up to Palmaïa’s bold experiment: a nourishing food system rooted in clean, plant-based cuisine, fermentation, and ancestral Mexican ingredients.
More than recipes, this conversation dives into food as culture, memory, and energy. How do you cook with love and discipline? What does it mean to honor tradition while reimagining it for the future? And how can food become a true act of connection?
Discover the vision, the struggles, and the passion behind a cuisine that is transforming the way guests experience wellness at Palmaïa.
Follow Chef Charly:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chef_charlygarcia
Discover Palmaïa's Nourishing Biome: https://thehouseofaia.com/nourishing-biome/
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