The Chef's Story

Nuno Mendes grew up in Portugal, sparking a love for Portuguese cuisine and seafood still evident in his cooking. Working on the family farm, he gained a deep connection with the land and the importance of how food is produced. Following training at the California Culinary Academy, Nuno began working as a chef. His passion for food has led him to study numerous different cuisines, and his career has led him to the finest restaurants in the United States and Europe, including Jean Georges in New York City, Coyote Cafe in Santa Fe, and a brief internship at El Bulli in Roses. Recent projects have included Nuno’s acclaimed restaurant Bacchus and his innovative private supper club, The Loft.

‘I was embraced by this craft from the first day I began to study it. I knew with all my heart, that I wanted to be a chef… Since that moment I have lived my life in a constant quest for knowledge and discovery that has lead me to the far reaches of this world and eventually back to London. The East End is the place I now call home and where I wish to propose my personal views on food and dining.’
Nuno Mendes Chef Patron

‘one of the hottest young chefs around’
The Guardian