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 that span 50 locations and 5 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 Appétit's "Restauranteur of the Year," Cordon d'Or's "Restauranteur of the Year" and was a James Beard Semi-Finalist for "Outstanding Restaurateur." Chef Sandoval is commended for elevating Latin American dining in each market he has a presence, and nine of his restaurants have been voted best in their category with regular features in publications like The New York Times and People. Sandoval is also credited for introducing Latin cuisine to the UAE, Qatar and Serbia.
