Felipe Bronze is a Brazilian chef, restaurateur and television personality recognised for his bold, contemporary approach to Brazilian cuisine and his mastery of fire-based cooking techniques. Born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, he trained at the Culinary Institute of America in New York before returning to Brazil, where he began shaping a culinary style rooted in national ingredients and modern creativity.
In 2004, he opened Z Contemporâneo, followed by the acclaimed restaurant Oro in Rio de Janeiro, which quickly became a benchmark for innovative Brazilian dining. He later expanded his portfolio with Pipo in São Paulo and Taraz, developed in collaboration with the Rosewood hotel group. Throughout his career, Bronze has received numerous accolades, including multiple Chef of the Year titles from leading Brazilian publications, and his restaurants have been consistently recognised among the country’s finest.
Beyond the restaurant world, Bronze is a prominent media figure, hosting and appearing on several popular culinary television programmes. Through his restaurants and media presence, he continues to champion Brazilian cuisine, blending tradition, technique and creativity while inspiring a new generation of chefs.
