Chef Eligio Escobedo followed in the footsteps of his restaurateur family and graduated from Universidad Iberoamericana with a degree in Gastronomy. He then worked in Mexico and the United States before coming to Hong Kong.
He describes being a chef as the best career in the world. “The food and beverage sector is one of the most competitive industries in the world,” he said. “You need to cook with heart and stay passionate to cope with the pressured working environment.”
Escobedo explained that Mexican cooking puts the priority on freshness. At Verde Mar, they only use fresh ingredients and prepare the food right after the orders are taken.

Chargrilled Cactus - Flavoured with a splash of lime juice, this cactus has a unique flavor, and texture like aloe or pickles. If you are looking for an unusual Mexican specialty, this healthy and green dish is definitely worth a try.

Steak Arrachera Carne Asada - Simple marinades plus a hot grill is the key to authentic Mexican steaks. The tender cut of arrachera, or skirt steak, is a treasure hidden in layers of fat near the cow’s stomach, and has a rich flavour. The steak is served with Verde Mar's signature chili-tomato sauce, fried onion, guacamole and Pico de Gallo salsa.

Avocado Burger Trio - Verde Mar has a special menu dedicated to dishes featuring avocado. The Burger Trio features three antojitos (Mexican street food) featuring the signature Avocado Burger, tomato-guacamole salad cup and a fresh egg in red pepper. Diners can either pick the homemade steak burger or choose portobello mushroom for a vegetarian option.

Seafood Paella - Paella reflects the Spanish influence in Mexico, and Mexican-style paella has a seafood base and is topped with jewels from the sea. In Verde Mar, diners can enjoy a flavourful rice dish with fresh clams, mussels, blue mussels, shrimp, calamari and oysters. This filling dish is a perfect comfort food for any occasion.

Mexican Banana Split - 香蕉經烤焗後形成焦糖脆面，上面再加上兩球自家製玉米雪糕。雪糕與香蕉激起一冷一熱的化學作用，相得益彰，為味蕾帶來無限驚喜。

Homemade Churro - Mexican sweet dishes are just as scrumptious as the savoury ones. Verde Mar's freshly made churro has a crunchy crust while the inside is deliciously soft – and a sprinkling of cinnamon sugar elevates its aroma. Dipped in smooth chocolate sauce, no wonder it is one of the most popular finger foods in the country!