Chef Ruben Maio
Chef At Home in México D.F.
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I’m a Portuguese chef with global experience, creating thoughtful, seasonal menus that feel relaxed, personal, and refined in each private dining home
I’m a Portuguese chef with more than 15 years of international experience, currently based in Mexico City. My background blends Mediterranean technique, Iberian flavors, and Latin American influences, shaped by years working between Portugal, Guatemala, and Mexico.
I specialize in private dining experiences that feel personal, relaxed, and thoughtful. My focus is always on flavor, seasonality, and balance. No unnecessary theatrics, just honest food done with care.
Whether it’s an intimate dinner, a celebration, or a multi-course tasting, my goal is simple: make people feel comfortable, surprised, and well taken care of.
More about me
For me, cooking is...
For me, cooking is presence. Being in the moment, working with good ingredients, and creating something that people genuinely enjoy sharing.
I learned to cook at...
I learned to cook through kitchen experience, formal training at The School of Culinary Arts of Guatemala and specialization at Institut Paul Bocuse
A cooking secret...
My secret in the kitchen is care. When food is cooked with care, people feel it.
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