Des racines mexicaines aux cœurs polonais

In this interview, Isabel Balderas, a Mexican chef and owner of several restaurants, among others, Santa Catrina in Warsaw, Poland, discusses her passion for authentic Mexican cuisine and the challenges of introducing it abroad. After moving to Poland 16 years ago, Isabel started with cooking classes and private events before opening her restaurant. She emphasizes the importance of education and quality in promoting Mexican food and spirits like tequila and mezcal in Poland. Isabel also talks about her strategy of maintaining a high-quality bar menu with a variety of tequilas and the necessity of strong marketing campaigns and personal interactions for smaller brands to succeed in the Polish market.