EPISODE · Sep 18, 2025 · 1H 24M
Nuno Mendes: A Culinary Journey of Vision and Soul
from PODCAST PORTUGAL · host Justin West
Chef Nuno Mendes shares his journey from the USA to London’s Michelin-starred kitchens and back to Portugal.From his acclaimed projects Cozinha das Flores (Porto), Santa Joana (Lisboa), and The Rose Deal, as well as co-founder of Lisboeta London to his book Lisboeta, Nuno reflects on the experiences that shaped his success and his mission to showcase Portuguese cuisine to the world.@nunoviajante
What this episode covers
In this episode of Podcast Portugal, Justin West sits down with world-renowned chef Nuno Mendes to explore the experiences that shaped his remarkable career. From formative travels in the USA to making his mark in London’s culinary scene, Nuno reflects on the creative journey that earned him Michelin-star recognition and a reputation as one of Portugal’s most innovative chefs. Now a driving force behind acclaimed projects such as Cozinha das Flores (Porto), Santa Joana (Lisboa), and The Rose Deal, as well as co-founder of Lisboeta London, Nuno also discusses the inspiration behind his celebrated book Lisboeta. With stories of risk, resilience, and reinvention, this conversation reveals how a life of diverse experiences led to the inevitable success of a chef who continues to put Portugal on the global culinary map. @nunoviajante
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