Chef Huckleberry R. Schneider
Chef At Home in Guia
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Canadian Take on European Cousine. Fusion with Love and Fun.
After completing my training at a renowned culinary school in Vancouver and winning multiple cooking competitions, my journey led me across the globe. With over 27 years of experience in Michelin-starred kitchens and luxury hotels throughout Italy, France, Germany, England, and Switzerland, I have gathered a wealth of international inspiration.
My personal style has been deeply shaped by my time in India, Australia, and South Africa, as well as by owning and operating two successful restaurants in Frankfurt. These diverse influences allowed me to refine my signature approach: "Simple Gourmet Cuisine."
I believe the secret to true gourmet dining doesn't lie in tiny portions or designer cutlery. Instead, it is found in the integrity of fresh ingredients and a bold fusion of global traditions, all seasoned with a lifelong passion for discovery.
What I love most is catering to the unique palates of my guests. Whether it is a refined 8-course tasting or a rustic Mediterranean feast, I take pride in creating bespoke menus that are tailored specifically to your preferences and needs.

More about me
For me, cooking is...
A profound passion and a way of life. My love for cooking has taken me across the globe, where I've had the privilege of learning diverse culinary art
I learned to cook at...
VCC Culinary Arts, Canada / Jürgen Schneider, 1 Michelin Star / Juan Amador, 2 Michelin Stars and in 10 other countries around the world.
A cooking secret...
to make simple products shine.
My menus
Sweet Piri-Piri Glazed Chicken Wings Fresh Algarve Lime & Toasted Sesame
- Brandy-Flambéed Prawns Served on a Bed of Crunchy Market Vegetables
Caramelized Goat Cheese "Candy" With Salted Nuts & Fresh Algarve Figs
Chorizo-Stuffed Chicken Breast Slow-Seared with Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Black Olives; served with a Potato-Olive-Tomato Ragout and Fresh Parsley Coulis
Herb-Crusted Hake Fillet Oven-Baked with Nut-Butter, Mediterranean Roasted Ratatouille & Green Herb Pesto
Nutmeg & Honey Glazed Organic Pumpkin Sesame-Roasted Sweet Potato, Fresh Watercress & Dijon-Lime Vinaigrette
Nectarine & Apple Almond Cobbler Served with Bourbon Vanilla Ice Cream & Warm Caramel Glaze
Grand Marnier Tropical Fruit Medley Macerated Seasonal Fruits with a Touch of French Orange Liqueur
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Avocado-Lime Mousse | Green Asparagus | Cherry Tomato | Saffron Aioli
Organic Frozen Wine Grapes (as a palate cleanser)
Flambéed Goat Cheese Maple Syrup-Salted Cashews, Red Lettuce, Dijon-Orange-Balsamic Dressing & Herbed Croutons
Vodka-Lime Cured Sea Bass Pickled Radish, Caramelized Shallots & Mango Tartare
Cured Scottish Ham & Fresh Burrata Rocket Salad, Celery-Parsley Gremolata, Dijon-Lime Vinaigrette & Crispy Onions
Algarvian Ceviche Fresh Market Fish & Prawns, English Cucumber, Heirloom Tomatoes & Piri-Piri-Lime Marinade
Thyme-Crusted Lamb Chops Green Olive & Parsley Rice, Yogurt-Cumin-Mint Dip & Long Beans in Shallot Butter
"Finger-Food" Prawns (12 pcs) Whole Shell-on Prawns sautéed with Garlic, Rosemary, Thyme, Chili Flakes & Citrus Oil
Fillet of Beef Potato-Pumpkin Mash, Roasted Portobello Mushroom & Red Wine Reduction
White Chocolate & Peanut Mousse Pineapple Carpaccio, Salted Nuts & Walnut Ice Cream
Dark Rum Chocolate Brownie Marinated Oranges & Bourbon Vanilla Ice Cream
Spearmint Parfait Fresh Apricots & Warm Melted Chocolate
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Reshly Baked Baguette & Dips with olive oil, balsamic, and Portuguese olives
Creamy Burrata & Prosciutto Served over a juicy tomato carpaccio and finished with a rich balsamic-olive oil drizzle
Tagliatelle al Limone Hand-cut pasta tossed in a bright lemon-butter sauce, finished with grated Parmesan, fresh herbs, and a light vegetable consommé
Classic Tiramisu Whipped mascarpone cream over espresso-dipped ladyfingers, dusted with premium dark cocoa powder
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Seared Scallop with Vanilla Cauliflower Purée – A single golden scallop resting on a silky, vanilla-scented cauliflower purée, crowned with crispy pancetta and chive oil. (Warning: Scallops and vanilla have been starting romantic rumors for centuries)
Tuna Crudo with Blood Orange & Chili – Delicate slices of fresh tuna dressed with vibrant blood orange, crisp fennel, premium olive oil, and a touch of red chili to spark the appetite
White Asparagus Velouté with Champagne Cream – A silky, luxurious white asparagus soup finished with a splash of champagne and fresh tarragon, served with pure elegance. (An aromatic prelude to a passionate evening)
Truffle Tagliolini with Soft Egg – Fresh hand-cut pasta tossed in rich butter, wild mushrooms, and white truffle oil topped with a velvety soft egg yolk. (Pure, unadulterated culinary luxury)
Pomegranate Duck Breast – Crispy, tender duck breast glazed with a sweet-and-tangy pomegranate reduction, paired with roasted carrots beautifully scented with cinnamon and cumin
Dark Chocolate Fondant with Cardamom & Chili – A warm, molten chocolate cake with a liquid center, infused with cardamom and a cheeky hint of chili, served with fresh raspberries. (The grand finale to heat things up)
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Freshly Baked Baguette & Dips with olive oil, balsamic, and Portuguese olives
Sea Bass Ceviche With fresh organic orange and lemon segments, finished with black olives and a delicate fennel herb salad
Mediterranean Marinated Chicken Breast Served with a refreshing mint-lime yogurt dip, oven-roasted eggplant, and grilled zucchini
Greek Yogurt & Fresh Figs Thick Greek yogurt with a golden honey drizzle, topped with fresh figs and toasted almonds
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Kyuri no Sunomono – A refreshing Japanese cucumber salad tossed in a sweet-and-sour rice vinegar dressing with grilled proawn, topped with toasted sesame seeds
Red Wine-Infused Miso Broth – A rich fusion broth with scallion slivers, tender Wakame seaweed, and a drizzle of double-roasted sesame oil
Tamari & Ginger-Lime Marinated Salmon – Fresh sashimi-grade salmon with a ginger-lime tamari glaze, crisp watercress sprigs, and toasted sesame seeds
Matcha Green Tea Tiramisu – A contemporary twist with layers of light Matcha-infused cream and delicate sponge, dusted with premium green tea powder
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Organic cucumber salad tossed in a sweet-and-sour rice vinegar dressing witg grilled prawn, topped with toasted sesame seeds
Tuna & Salmon Tartare Infused with a light soy-lime dressing, served with crispy wonton chips and organic baby greens
Lemon-Butter Baked Halibut Delicate halibut fillet with a citrus-butter crust, served over tender orzo pasta and fresh green asparagus, finished with a classic white wine Beurre Blanc
Passion Fruit Panna Cotta Silky cream infused with tropical passion fruit, topped with a rich golden caramel sauce
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Red Wine Chicken Liver Pâté, freshly Baked Baguette & Dip with olive oil, balsamic, and Portuguese olives
Classic French Onion Soup Slow-caramelized onions in a rich beef broth, topped with a sourdough crouton and melted Gruyère cheese
Authentic Coq au Vin Traditional red wine-braised chicken with earthy mushrooms, glazed pearl onions, and buttered baby potatoes
Tarte Tatin Classic upside-down caramelized apple tart, served with a velvety Bourbon vanilla sauce
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