Bertilio Gomes is a Portuguese chef reinterpreting the flavours of the Algarve, best known for the Lisbon restaurant Taberna Albricoque and his artisanal ice cream project.
An artisanal reinterpretation of traditional southern Portuguese flavours, valuing humble ingredients. This profile looks at Bertilio’s background, career and signature approach.
TL;DR
- Portuguese
- Known for the Lisbon restaurant Taberna Albricoque and his artisanal ice cream project
- He undertook advanced training at the Culinary Institute of America and the Ecole du Grand Chocolat in Lyon.
- With his wife Maria Santos he runs an artisanal ice cream project called Ice Gourmet.
- An artisanal reinterpretation of traditional southern Portuguese flavours, valuing humble ingredients.
Bertilio Gomes key facts
| Name | Bertilio Gomes |
| Nationality / origin | Portuguese |
| Known for | the Lisbon restaurant Taberna Albricoque and his artisanal ice cream project |
| Location | Lisbon, Portugal |
| Style | An artisanal reinterpretation of traditional southern Portuguese flavours, valuing humble ingredients. |
Background and career
He trained at the Escola Joao da Matta in Lisbon and won Portugal’s Young Cook of the Year competition in 1998. He undertook advanced training at the Culinary Institute of America and the Ecole du Grand Chocolat in Lyon.
Recognition and legacy
He worked at restaurants including Bica do Sapato and Casa da Comida before opening his own place. With his wife Maria Santos he runs an artisanal ice cream project called Ice Gourmet.

Signature style
An artisanal reinterpretation of traditional southern Portuguese flavours, valuing humble ingredients. It is an approach that has made Bertilio a distinctive figure in the food world.
Bertilio in context
Bertilio Gomes is one of the chefs featured on Pickup Table 4, alongside Vicky Rose Pacheco and Roland and Jac Laudico.
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Bertilio Gomes FAQ
Who is Bertilio Gomes?
A Portuguese chef reinterpreting the flavours of the Algarve.
Where is Bertilio based?
Lisbon, Portugal.
What is Bertilio known for?
The Lisbon restaurant Taberna Albricoque and his artisanal ice cream project.
What is a notable fact about Bertilio?
He trained at the Escola Joao da Matta in Lisbon and won Portugal’s Young Cook of the Year competition in 1998.
What is Bertilio’s style?
An artisanal reinterpretation of traditional southern Portuguese flavours, valuing humble ingredients.
