Chef, Luminaria at the Inn and Spa at Loretto
Born and raised in Morocco, Chef Mounir Loqmane brings nearly two decades of culinary experience and a passion for innovative cuisine to his guests.
Chef Loqmane has honed his skills in renowned kitchens in Naples and Miami, Florida. Prior to joining the team at the Inn and Spa at Loretto, he led menu development and built high-performing teams at some of the most acclaimed resorts and restaurants, including LaPlaya Beach Resort, Naples Grande Beach Resort, Veranda E at Hotel Escalante, U.S.S. Nemo, Bleu Provence, and Novotel by ACCOR Hotels and Resorts in Brickell, Miami.
Guided by the belief that “cuisine has no limits,” Chef Loqmane crafts authentic dishes infused with global influences—French, Italian, Japanese, Moroccan, Mediterranean, and modern American.
A graduate of Morocco’s ITHT Superior Technical Institute, Chef Mounir holds a degree in restaurant and hotel management, equipping him with comprehensive expertise in both culinary arts and hospitality leadership. His international education, Gulf Coast experience, and fluency in multiple languages give him unique insight into personal chef services, concept development, event planning, and world-class guest relations.
When he’s not perfecting his culinary creations, Chef Loqmane enjoys spending time with his daughter, playing guitar, and dabbling in soccer and track and field.