Vasco Coelho Santos

Euskalduna Studio's name references the Basque Country (Euskal Herria) — a nod to the Basque influence on modern Iberian fine dining that Coelho Santos absorbed during his training. The 'studio' format — intimate, counter-driven, no printed menu — creates a theatrical cooking experience that has made it one of Porto's most coveted reservations.

Vasco Coelho Santos is a Portuguese chef and owner of Euskalduna Studio in Porto, which holds one Michelin star. His restaurant takes a counter-culture, intimate approach to fine dining — a small number of guests, a single creative menu, a personal interaction between chef and diner. His cooking is rooted in Portuguese ingredients with international influences.

Portugal — trained in Portuguese and international contemporary kitchens; developed intimate studio dining concept

Career

• Chef at Portuguese and international fine-dining restaurants, Portugal and Europe (2005–2015)
• Owner-Chef at Euskalduna Studio, Porto, Portugal (2015–present)

Mentored by Contemporary fine-dining and Portuguese ingredient traditions.