Chef García has conquered San Antonio and its surrounding areas with his exceptional selection of Cuban and international cuisine. Born with an affinity for cooking, Chef Noelvis García began his formal culinary journey at age 17 when he enrolled at the Cienfuegos Culinary Association in Cuba.
Culinary Background and Training
Starting from the bottom while continuing his studies, Chef García worked his way up to become the head chef of the association’s restaurant. His expertise expanded as he served as a cooking professor for the same association and worked as a cook and chef at several hotels and restaurants throughout Cienfuegos.
Chef García’s dedication and skill have earned him significant recognition:
- Second place in Cuba’s Young Chef of the Year competition
- The prestigious Culinary Merit Medal, awarded by the World Association of Chefs to chefs with more than 15 years of experience and teaching credentials
- Graduate certification as an International Chef from the Center for Advanced Studies of the Cuban Culinary Federation in Havana
He is an active member of both the Cuban Culinary Federation and the World Association of Chef Societies, bringing 18 years of culinary expertise to his craft.
Journey to San Antonio
Like many newly arrived Cubans, Chef García endured a challenging journey to reach the United States. His wife came to San Antonio first, and they chose to settle here because of family connections.
Initially working various jobs to support himself and his wife, Chef García’s culinary career in America began when a friend asked him to prepare food for a special event. This opportunity sparked the idea for his catering business, and he hasn’t looked back since.
Current Services and Specialties
Chef García now provides comprehensive catering services for weddings, baby showers, gender reveals, birthdays, and other special events throughout San Antonio and nearby cities including Austin, Seguin, New Braunfels, and Corpus Christi. In addition to event catering, he accepts large orders for home delivery.
Signature Dishes
His culinary repertoire features an impressive array of Cuban and international specialties:
- Paella
- Roasted pork leg
- Fried pork masala
- Lamb stew
- Ropa Vieja
- Pork steak with onions
- Chicken Cordón Bleu
- Cuban tamales
- Moro rice
- Yuca and plantains
- Traditional croquettes
Recently, Chef García has introduced a Cuban picadera (charcuterie board) featuring stuffed tostones, béchamel croquettes, Uruguayan steak, artisanal cheeses, and Serrano ham. All appetizers can be customized to meet individual preferences.
Future Plans and Operations
Operating from a central kitchen in Universal City, Chef García offers Cuban-international style buffets that can be fully customized to client specifications. Looking ahead, he plans to open his Cuban restaurant with a unique twist, bringing his distinctive culinary vision to a permanent location.
Contact Information
For catering services and special events, Chef García can be reached at
210-288-1299.
We celebrate Chef García’s remarkable success and accomplishments in such a short time since arriving in this country, and we wish him continued prosperity in his culinary endeavors.
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