Terraço Jardins

Chef Raul Vieira leads the kitchen at Terraço Jardins, where his culinary philosophy is rooted in celebrating the gastronomic heritage of São Paulo State. Raised in São Lourenço da Serra, Raul brings together the countryside traditions of São Paulo and the coastal influences passed down through his family's Caiçara heritage.

After gaining experience in Brazil, Abu Dhabi, and Italy—including specialization at ALMA, the International School of Italian Cuisine, and training at the two-Michelin-starred La Madia restaurant—he returned to the Renaissance São Paulo Hotel, where he built his career before taking the helm of Terraço Jardins.

Today, his cuisine showcases the flavors of São Paulo through native Atlantic Forest ingredients, partnerships with local producers, and a contemporary approach that connects tradition, place, and memory.