Josefina Howard

Our Founder

For more than 15 years, Josefina Howard was the Executive Chef & Co-Owner of the original Rosa Mexicano on First Avenue near 58th Street in New York. Josefina's knowledge of regional Mexican cuisine and her dedication to providing genuine flavors and tastes quickly made Rosa Mexicano a destination for lovers of authentic Mexican cuisine. Born in Cuba, Josefina Howard was raised in Spain and lived in France, Italy, Mexico and the United States.