Chef Richard Sandoval

Chef Richard Sandoval is a global pioneer in contemporary Latin cuisine. His career as a chef, restaurateur and entrepreneur also includes serving as a television personality, cookbook author, brand ambassador, and philanthropist. He is internationally acclaimed for his innovative approach in combining Latin ingredients with modern culinary techniques to create award-winning flavors spanning 60 locations across 4 continents.

A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, Sandoval has earned many accolades over the course of his career including Mexico's “National Toque d ’Oro,” Bon Appetit’s “Restauranteur of the Year,” Cordon d'Or’s “Restauranteur of the Year”, one of The Inc Magazine’s 10 Most Inspiring Business Leaders, a James Beard Semi-Finalist for “Outstanding Restaurateur” and an Honorary Doctorate for Culinary Arts from Johnson & Wales University.

With his best-in-class concepts, Chef Sandoval is credited for introducing Latin cuisine to the UAE, Qatar and Serbia. Sandoval is commended for elevating Latin American dining in each market he has a presence.