Felipe Bronze is a renowned Brazilian chef, restaurateur, and television personality. He was born on March 22, 1979, in Niteroi, Brazil. Felipe’s love for food and cooking began at a young age, as he was exposed to a variety of culinary influences from his mother, who was a chef, and his father, who was a sommelier.
Bronze studied gastronomy at the Universidade Estácio de Sá in Rio de Janeiro, where he honed his skills and learned the art of combining Brazilian and international cuisine. He later trained in some of the world’s top kitchens, including the famous El Bulli restaurant in Spain.
In 2003, Felipe opened his first restaurant, Oro, in Rio de Janeiro. The restaurant quickly gained acclaim for its innovative dishes and earned a coveted Michelin star in 2017, making it the only restaurant in Rio de Janeiro to receive this honor.
Felipe has also appeared on several Brazilian cooking shows, including “The Taste Brasil,” “Top Chef Brasil,” and “Perto do Fogo.” He has also written two cookbooks: “Oro” and “Cozinha a Quatro Mãos,” which he co-wrote with his mother.
In addition to his culinary accomplishments, Felipe is also known for his unique approach to sustainability in the restaurant industry. He uses locally sourced ingredients and focuses on reducing food waste in his restaurants.
Felipe Bronze is a true icon of Brazilian cuisine and continues to inspire and delight food lovers around the world with his innovative cooking and dedication to sustainability.