Chef & Founder — Paulo Airaudo Group
Paulo
Airaudo
The journey
Córdoba
Argentina — the beginning
I was born in the city of Córdoba, to a family of Italian immigrants. At 18 I left my home town and my comfort zone — and that is when this passion began.
The houses
Mexico · Peru · Europe
I worked around the world, including Mexico and Peru, before Europe shaped me: Arzak in San Sebastián, The Fat Duck in London, Magnolia in Italy.
2015
La Bottega — Geneva
A forward-thinking modern trattoria in the historic part of Geneva. Four months after opening, La Bottega received its first Michelin star.
2017
Amelia — San Sebastián
The restaurant I once dreamt, made real in the city my family calls home. Its first star arrived within seven months. I named it Amelia as an homage to my daughter, Amelie.
Today
Spain · Hong Kong · Thailand · Italy
A family of restaurants in constant expansion — sharing the same values, the same principles and the same philosophy, always looking for new opportunities to grow.
The manifesto
My restaurants are like my home — I want each person to feel part of it.
— Paulo Airaudo
Philosophy
Paulo Airaudo Group is much more than a group of restaurants — it is a family that shares the same values, principles and philosophy across Spain, Hong Kong, Thailand and Italy.
A family, not a group
The same values and principles in every kitchen — working with the best suppliers to offer high-quality products.
Passion & teamwork
Passion for food and culinary excellence. Teamwork and ambition are fundamental — together we create unforgettable experiences.
Excellence & innovation
We work every day to improve our dishes and create new flavors. Creativity and innovation make each experience unique.
Learning from mistakes
A mistake doesn't become a failure until you refuse to correct it. Every mistake is an opportunity to grow.