Meet Stephane Duchanaud

Founder & Cultural Experience Innovator

Born and raised in France, I later spent over two decades on Wall Street in New York City. As an adventure and water sports lover, a kitesurfing trip over 20 years ago led me to Cabarete—and I immediately fell in love! Having traveled extensively across the Caribbean and the world, I’ve never found a place quite like it. 
I knew I would move there one day.  In 2019, I made that dream come true.  I relocated to Cabarete with  my family.
A true gourmand and bon vivant, my passion for cooking and bringing people together only grew stronger here. Inspired by the richness of local ingredients and the desire to share a more genuine side of the Dominican Republic beyond the typical resort experience, I envisioned a unique vacation that blends it all together. 
And that’s how PALATE was born—an authentic, immersive experience for those seeking something beyond the ordinary.
Join me and my team as we take you on an unforgettable culinary and cultural journey!