Why Alma at Tres Palmas Is Redefining Dining in Rincón, Puerto Rico | Chef Brenda Gil Enseñat
Alma at Tres Palmas isn’t just a restaurant — it’s a story told through food.In this episode of Where to Eat Rincón PR, Chef Brenda Gil Enseñat shares the heart, intention, and vision behind one of Rincón’s most thoughtful dining experiences.Host John Bundy sits down at Alma, the rooftop restaurant at Tres Palmas Boutique Hotel in Rincón, Puerto Rico, with Executive Chef and Creative Director Brenda Gil Enseñat and hospitality lead Javier Quiñones.Brenda opens up about her journey into food, her definition of dynamic world cuisine, and how family, travel, and Puerto Rican ingredients shape every dish. From deeply personal recipes to inventive tasting menus, Alma is designed to be intentional, emotional, and memorable.We also talk about:• How Tres Palmas and Alma came to life• Balancing locals and travelers with an experimental menu• Sourcing ingredients locally in Puerto Rico• Sustainability, community, and the Rincón Marine Reserve• What first-time visitors absolutely need to tryThis episode is part of Where to Eat Rincón PR, created in collaboration with El Coquí of Rincón Magazine, highlighting the people and places shaping the west coast food scene.🎧 If you’re planning a trip to Rincón — or already call it home — this episode is for you.#WhereToEatRincon #RinconPR #PuertoRicoEats #TresPalmas #foodstories 00:00 Welcome to Where to Eat Rincón PR01:26 Meet Chef Brenda & Javier Quiñones02:16 How Tres Palmas & Alma Began04:08 What “Dynamic World Cuisine” Means06:23 Brenda’s Culinary Journey08:41 Family Recipes & Cultural Influence10:28 The Los Jardines 12-Course Experience11:52 Balancing Locals & Travelers13:46 Surprises Since Opening15:13 Sustainability & Local Sourcing17:14 The Future of Alma & Tres Palmas18:09 What to Order on Your First Visit23:33 Final Message to the Rincón Community
