Simplicity taken to its fullest expression
Heritage Private Dining | Dallas, Texas.
Evolve with the Journey
MEET OUR TEAM
At XO, we chose the second.
There are two ways to cook. One starts with ambition: how far an ingredient can be pushed, how much it can be transformed. The other starts with respect and culture: how close you can stay to its origin without betraying it.
— Chef Alexis Chaparro.
Executive Chef.
Born in Mexico City, his passion for gastronomy began within the family core, nurtured by the culinary education of his mother and grandmother. From them, he inherited a deep love for the traditions and the purest flavors of Mexican cuisine from Guerrero.
His professional training began at the early age of thirteen, working his way up through the trade from its foundations as a dishwasher and prep cook until establishing himself as a line cook in various prestigious kitchens; a period that forged his character and rigorous discipline. After completing his professional studies at the Universidad de Londres in Mexico City, he refined his technique through stages at iconic restaurants such as Nicos, Porfirio's, and Dulce Patria. It was in these spaces that he reaffirmed his close bond with local produce and sealed his commitment to representing Mexican cuisine.
THE CHEF behind XO.
In 2015, he moved to Dallas, Texas, where he expanded his career as a content creator, sharing recipes, techniques, and his passion for his Mexican roots. His vision led him to take on the role of Executive Chef at Ayahuasca Cantina in 2020. Under his leadership, the venue was recognized in 2022 as one of the best restaurants in Dallas by the prestigious publication D Magazine, which also named him Breakout Chef.
Driven by a quest for continuous learning and the perfection of his craft, he founded XO Cocina Mexicana de Raíz in Dallas Texas (2024). Conceived as a nomadic gastronomic project, XO offers a tasting menu designed to tell chronological stories through the expression of each course, where every dish is presented in a frank and unpretentious manner.
The chef maintains the firm conviction that the true talent and essence of XO reside in his team: a group of professionals committed day by day to the rediscovery of their craft and constant evolution .
— Jose Guerrero.
Mixologist Manager.
Hailing from Puebla, one of Mexico's most important cultural and gastronomic cradles, José Guerrero discovered a deep fascination for the world of Mexican spirits at a very young age. This passion drove him to move to Dallas, Texas, where his talent and technical rigor earned him a place behind the bars of the city's most prestigious restaurants.
Throughout his career, José has forged an unwavering discipline and an absolute commitment to perfecting his craft. His philosophy extends beyond the bar: it is an act of curation and education, designed to unveil the cultural richness, history, and botanical complexity surrounding Mexican elixirs, from ancestral mezcals to lesser-known spirits.
THE CHEF behind XO.
Today, José Guerrero is a fundamental pillar of XO's soul. As the director of the mixology program and the creative mind behind the beverage program, he is responsible for designing a signature cocktail menu that converses in perfect harmony with the heritage cuisine. His creations are a liquid extension of the project's philosophy.
Cuisine evolves, shifts, and stays in constant motion. Nothing happens alone. Our identity is the result of shared ideas, given form in expressions you can taste.
The true talent and essence of XO live in its team. A group of professionals committed, day after day, to rediscovering their craft and evolving with it..
PURE TRADITION
— Chef Alexis Chaparro.
— A menu that is told, not chosen.
The XO Experience.
Embark on a six-course journey celebrating the season, guided by Chef Alexis Chaparro and paired with original Mexican elixirs crafted by José Guerrero. Each pairing reveals a harmony of flavor, tradition, and innovation.
A culinary journey that invites you to savor Mexico's artistry, reimagined with contemporary flair.
THE CHEF behind XO.
Story of Mexico, Told Through a Gastronomy of Eras.
UNCOMPROMISING STANDARDS.
Culinary Artistry, The Essence of Mexican Heritage.
