SMA Prepares for “Millesime” and “Vendimia Brava” Weekends in May

Millesime GNP Weekend and La Vendimia Brava will be two important events that will adorn this city with haute cuisine, equestrian shows, music and more

Published March 2, 2024

In recent days, Tania Castillo, Director of Tourism of San Miguel de Allende, announced two events in the month of May that will mark an extraordinary weekend for the World Heritage city and for service providers: Millesime GNP Weekend in its 3rd edition and La Vendimia Brava in its 1st edition. Events where you can enjoy the best national and international cuisine, the latest cocktails, dance, equestrian shows, music and an unparalleled atmosphere.

These two events independent in their operation and conception will take place on the same dates, different times. So that attendees can enjoy both events. During the day, Vendimia Brava at Viñedos San Francisco and in the evening for Millesime GNP Weekend. Gastronomy, tourism, promotion of wines and local products, great figures of the kitchens and bars both international and national, economic spillover in hotels and restaurants, and an unparalleled atmosphere in the various venues that these events will have, are the premises that were announced this morning. This was announced by Manuel Quintanero, Director of Millesime GNP and Carlo Gallardo, Director of Business Development of the Holy Trinity.

Tania Castillo, Director of Tourism of the city said: “Events like Millesime add a lot to the destination; for us it is a great honor that San Miguel de Allende is considered in events like this. Also, the issue of wine tourism has grown a lot in the destination. We have over 11 vineyards in San Miguel de Allende, but over 40 across the state, making it a focal point for the city. What we have tried to do in San Miguel is not only to focus on its first painting, that is, its parish, which is undoubtedly one of the main attractions we have, but to diversify so that people can see what it has to offer, both its offer in hotels and vineyards, adventure tourism, hiking, etc. Horseback riding. San Miguel de Allende is not just a weekend destination, but a week-long destination. What could be better than having this type of event in San Miguel de Allende, a luxury destination and, without a doubt, Millesime adds us and provides great tourism. In previous editions, San Miguel had hotel occupancy of 95 percent, which is equivalent to approximately 200 million pesos. We are very excited to be with all the vineyards of La Santísima Trinidad and, without a doubt, “Vendimia Brava” in its first edition will be a great event and a watershed for San Miguel. We are very happy to welcome them.”

For his part, Manuel Quintanero reported: “Like every edition, we are very proud of the presence of renowned Chefs who will be delighting visitors and diners at Millesime GNP Weekend this year. In Garden, the tent of more than 1,500 meters located in the Rosewood Hotel, the following national chefs have been confirmed to date:To date we can confirm the following Chefs in Garden, a thousand square meters of delicacies and great atmosphere in the Rosewood Hotel: Confirmed Chefs open bar. Chef Israel Montero of Siembra Comedor (@israelsmm), Chef Sabina Bandera of La Guerrerense (@laguerrerensemx), Chef Alexis Ayala of Pargot (@alexisayalaan), Chef Pepe Salinas of Balcón del Zócalo (@pepesalinas), Chef Carlos Valdez of Tatanka Fish & Steakhouse (@tatankalapaz), Chef Juan Emilio Villaseñor of La Cocinoteca (@juanemiliovillasenor), and for the exquisite High Altitude Dinners that will take place at Casa 1810 Parque and in Numu there will be: Chef Miguel Carretero from Santerra (@miguelcarreterosanchez), Chef Begoña Rodrigo from La Salita (@ucancallmebego) and Chef Javier Plascencia from Finca Altozano (@javierplascencia). With many more chefs to be confirmed in the coming weeks.

Carlo Gallardo, addressed those present stating that: “The focus of Grupo la Santísima Trinidad is to continue developing cultural, gastronomic and sporting events of the highest level, bringing unique experiences for the people of San Miguel and its visitors, and this time in conjunction with CASA LOUCEIRO and Bailoora dance company, a high school show of work of Spanish and Lucitanan horses in an atmosphere similar to that of the Seville fair with A regional dance show surrounded by the most important vineyards in the region and bringing to this event the best wines of the Bajío region and the Iberian Peninsula in a 100% family event.

As a show and to liven up the morning, the Grupo Flamenco Escuela bailoora was presented, who demonstrated their professionalism and talent on stage. This group will also be present during the Vendimia Brava.

Information about the events: “After the success obtained in its second edition, Millesime presents its third edition: Millesime GNP Weekend, San Miguel de Allende, with a concept of celebration that in its first and second editions resulted in a resounding success receiving almost 2,500 guests in a less corporate and more social format with fantastic Chefs, Wine cellars, gourmet products, top quality spirits and a fantastic atmosphere. Likewise, the famous High Altitude Dinners will receive internationally renowned chefs in various spots.

Vendimia Brava: Event to be held for the first time in San Francisco vineyards, with a unique concept making a celebration in the style of the Seville fair where participants will be able to enjoy Iberian gastronomy, wines from the region and an atmosphere where participants are invited to come under the label of Spanish and Portuguese regional dress.

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