Luis Mourão is an example of how passion can lead to perfection. He practices his art by valuing seasonal products and the portuguese gastronomic culture, with a natural preference for the sea flavours from the Algarve region, mixing tradition and innovation. With extensive experience in leading prestigious cuisines, he was Executive Chef at Convento do Espinheiro in Évora and has worked at Pousadas de Portugal and the "Bica do Sapato" Restaurant, among others.

He has represented Portugal in several gastronomy festivals around Europe and America and has also been a teacher at Turismo de Portugal and "Fundação Alentejo". In 2012 Luis Mourão was one of the resident chefs on the tv show "Top Chef".

Ilustração do Chapéu do Chef do Restaurante Al Quimia
Luís Mourão, Chef do Restaurante Al Quimia