About
With over 15 years of experience in the heart of Lisbon’s vibrant culinary scene, Chef Xeco brings the sun-drenched flavors of the Atlantic and the rustic charm of the Portuguese countryside to your table. Known for his "Tradition with a Twist" philosophy, Xeco balances deep-rooted heritage with modern, elevated techniques.
- Serves in
- Troia
- Languages
- Portuguese · English · French
- Country of origin
- Portugal
Chef's signature cuisine
Artisanal Tuna Rillettes & Toasted Rye
A creamy, house-made tuna pâté blended with fine herbs and a touch of lemon zest. Served on a rustic slate with warm, crunchy slices of toasted dark rye bread.
- Fish
€9.50 / per guest
Pan-Seared Atlantic Scallop with Citrus Emulsion
A hand-dived Atlantic scallop, butter-basted and seared to golden perfection. Served over a velvet root vegetable purée, drizzled with herb-infused oil and crowned with a crisp squid ink tuile.
- Peixe
- Fish
€35 / per guest
Aged Porto Wine Reserve
rich and velvety fortified wine from the Douro Valley, featuring deep notes of dried fruits, nuts, and a hint of spice. The perfect elegant finish to your meal.
- Drink
- Drink
€45 / per guest
Madagascar Vanilla Mille-feuille
Layers of ultra-thin, caramelized puff pastry alternating with a rich Madagascar vanilla bean pâtissière. Elegantly finished with a delicate glass-blown sugar sail for a modern touch.
- Pastelaria
- Pastry
€12 / per guest
Grilled Sea Bream with Sea Salt and Lemon
Ultra-fresh sea bream fillet, slow-grilled to preserve its natural succulence and firm texture. Finished with a premium emulsion of extra virgin olive oil, fleur de sel, and aromatic herbs from our garden.
- Peixe
- Sem Glúten
- Fish
€28 / per guest
Extra services
Cooking lesson
Elevate your kitchen skills with a private, hands-on cooking lesson led by your chef. This interactive experience is tailored to your skill level, focusing on professional techniques, flavor balancing, and the execution of signature recipes.
€20
This chef can also provide these spaces for your events
Boat table
Troia
Experiences
Guest reviews
- 5.0
The best ever!
Gusto
- 5.0
Everything was perfect ✨❤️
Gusto
- 5.0
Chef Xeco's energy was infectious. From the first bite of the Pastel de Nata to the last sip of wine, everything was perfect. We loved it. ❤️
Jessy Correia
- 5.0
Handled my severe allergies with such professionalism. I felt completely relaxed and the food was amazing.
Gusto
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