CENTRAL LEADS THE WAY AS PERUVIAN RESTAURANTS DOMINATE
LATIN AMERICA’S 50 BEST RESTAURANTS LIST
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Central wins the title of The S.Pellegrino Best Restaurant in Latin America for second
year
Astrid y Gastón & Maido are also listed in the top 5
Astrid Gutsche wins the Best Pastry Chef Award, sponsored by Cacao Barry®
A total of 9 Peruvian restaurants are featured on the list
Peruvian restaurant Central, owned by chef Virgilio Martínez and his wife Pía León, retains its
title as The S. Pellegrino Best Restaurant in Latin America, crowning a very successful night for
Peruvian gastronomy. The Antiguo Colegio de San Ildefonso in Mexico City hosted the awards
ceremony where Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants, sponsored by S.Pellegrino and Acqua
Panna, revealed the list that features the very best of this region’s gastronomy.
Three of the top five restaurants are located in Peru: Astrid y Gastón ranks at No.3 and Maido
at No.5 to complete this triumvirate of Peruvian restaurants, all found within the capital city of
Lima. This accolade confirms Lima’s leading status as a gastronomic capital of Latin America, a
fact reflected in its hosting of Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants for the two previous years.
Astrid y Gastón has been a regular name near the top of the list, winning the first edition and
coming in second last year, demonstrating its enduring creativity.
Coming in at No.5 is Maido, whose chef Mitsuharu Tsumura has carved an impressive career
with his interpretation of Peruvian and Japanese fusion cuisine. His imaginative dishes have
established Maido as one of the most beloved Nikkei restaurants in Lima.
The victories for Peruvian cuisine also come in the form of individual recognition, as Astrid
Gutsche receives the title of Latin America’s Best Pastry Chef, sponsored by Cacao Barry®.This
award recognizes her creative output and the amazing work she has produced in charge of the
Acurio restaurant group’s desserts section.
A new Peruvian restaurant makes it to the list, as Osso Carnicería y Salumería debuts at No.34
with its combination of meat shop and restaurant, offering a wide array of charcuterie
products. This young establishment, founded in 2013 by Renzo Garibaldi, has found its way to
the preference and taste of Latin American food lovers.
Peru becomes the country with the second highest number of restaurants on the list, with nine,
only behind Argentina and host country Mexico (10 each). This outstanding group of
restaurants consists of:
- Central (No.1)
- Astrid y Gastón (No.3)
- Maido (No.5)
- La Mar (No.12)
- Malabar (No.20)
- Fiesta (No.31)
- Osso Carnicería y Salumería (No.34)
- La Picantería (No.36)
- Rafael (No.50)
Mexico is the host country for the awards in 2015 and 2016 as part of a global location strategy
that will see all three lists (The World’s 50 Best, Latin America’s 50 Best and Asia’s 50 Best)
regularly move to new host cities. Choosing to stage this event in Mexico City is a reflection of
the city’s and country’s gastronomic prominence, vibrancy and diversity. It provides a great
platform that benefits all restaurants in the region by raising the profile of Latin America’s
gastronomy and culinary diversity.
Ranking at No.2 is Chilean restaurant Boragó, where chef Rodolfo Guzmán has carved an
impressive track record and achieved major recognition. Alex Atala’s D.O.M. from Sao Paulo
comes in at No.4. These two restaurants receive The S.Pellegrino Best Restaurant in Chile and
Best Restaurant in Brazil awards respectively.
As for Argentina, Uruguay, Bolivia and Venezuela, The S.Pellegrino Best Restaurant awards go
to Tegui (No.7); Parador La Huella (No.11); Gustu (No.17) and Alto (No.29) respectively.
Regarding individual awards, Roberta Sudbrack receives the Veuve Clicquot Latin America’s
Best Female Chef title and Enrique Olvera is awarded The Diners Club® Lifetime Achievement
Award for Latin America. The surprise of the night is provided by the Brazilian restaurant Lasai,
which takes the prize for Highest New Entry, sponsored by LesConcierges, ranking at No.16.
The last two special awards are the One To Watch prize, which is awarded to i Latina in Buenos
Aires and the Chefs’ Choice Award, sponsored by Modelo, which is received by Chilean pioneer
Rodolfo Guzmán of Boragó.
William Drew, Editor for Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants, says: “This is our third year in
Latin America, celebrating and honouring the best of gastronomy, and we can clearly see why
this region’s food includes some of the most exciting and appealing in the world. We witness
the creation of marvelous dishes and restaurant experiences from very talented chefs every
year, and the trend doesn’t look likely to stop.”
How is Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants list configured?
The list, and the awards gala, is organised by William Reed Media Group, and neither the
organiser, nor any of the sponsors - including the main sponsor and host country - has any
influence on the make-up of the list.
The list is created by the votes of 252 members of the Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants
Academy. The Academy is divided into four regions: Mexico & Central America, South America
(North), South America (South), and finally Brazil. Each region has an Academy Chair and 62
other voting members, made up of journalists, gastronomic critics, chefs, restaurateurs and
well-known foodies. Each one has to submit seven votes on what they consider the best dining
experience they have had over the last 18 months; at least three of those votes have to go to
restaurants outside their own country.
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Notes for Editors:
Organised by William Reed Media Group
Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants list is published by William Reed Media Group which also publishes The World's 50
Best Restaurants, launched in 2002, and Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants, launched in February 2013. William Reed Media
Group is entirely responsible for the organisation of the awards, the voting system and the list. This is the third edition
of Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants.
Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants Manifesto:
Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants is a snapshot of the opinions and experiences of 252 Latin American restaurant
industry experts. What constitutes ‘best’ is left to the judgment of these trusted and well-travelled gourmets. The list is
the result of a simple computation of votes. Given that this list is based on personal experiences it can never be
definitive, but we believe it is an honourable survey of current tastes and a credible indicator of the best places to eat
across Latin America.
About our Host Country:
Mexico is famed for its gastronomy. But beyond the tacos and guacamole of world renown, there are rich and various
culinary traditions spanning the whole country. The tastes, smells and textures of traditional Mexican ingredients are an
assault on the senses. The subtle blend of flavours in dishes such as mole and traditional Mexican salsas are sure to
delight the palates of even the most conservative diners. Contemporary chefs are continually developing Mexican
culinary identity, incorporating ingredients and cooking styles from all over the world in a cosmopolitan fusion.
For further information on Mexico, contact:
[email protected] or [email protected]
www.visitmexico.com
About our main sponsor: S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna
S.Pellegrino and Acqua Panna are the main sponsor of the awards. S.Pellegrino and Acqua Panna are the leading natural
mineral waters in the fine dining world. Together they interpret Italian style worldwide as a synthesis of excellence,
pleasure and well-being.
For further information on S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna please contact:
Sanpellegrino Spa - Antonella Stefanelli
+39 02 31972796/+39 346 6064722
[email protected]
Ketchum - Paola Chiasserini
+39 0262411948
[email protected]
www.sanpellegrino.com
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Official Sponsors:
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S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna – Main awards sponsor; sponsor of the S.Pellegrino Best Restaurant in Latin
America and individual ‘Best in Country’ awards and official water sponsor
Diners Club International – Sponsor of ’The Diners Club® Lifetime Achievement Award – Latin America’ and
official financial services sponsor
Veuve Clicquot – Sponsor of the ‘Veuve Clicquot Latin America’s Best Female Chef Award’ and official
Champagne sponsor
LesConcierges – Sponsor of the ‘Highest New Entry Award’ and official global concierge sponsor
Cacao Barry – Sponsor of ‘Latin America’s Best Pastry Chef Award’ and official chocolate sponsor
Modelo – Sponsor of the ‘Chefs’ Choice Award’ and official beer sponsor
Zacapa – Official rum supplier
Robert Mondavi – Official wine supplier
Casa Dragones – Official tequila supplier
St Regis Mexico City – Official hotel partner