José Avillez’ passion for cooking, his drive, his high standards and his creativity inspire his team to go further every day. José Avillez Group, a reference in the restaurant business in Portugal, has several restaurants, each with a unique concept: Belcanto – distinguished with two Michelin stars and elected one of the 100 best restaurants in the world in the prestigious “The World's 50 Best Restaurants List” – Bairro do Avillez, with different gastronomic concepts (Taberna, Páteo, Beco Cabaret Gourmet, and Cantina Peruana), Mini Bar (in Lisbon and Oporto), Cantinho do Avillez in Lisbon (in Chiado and Parque das Nações) and Oporto, Café Lisboa, Pizzaria Lisboa, the three restaurants located in El Corte Inglés’ Gourmet Experience – Tasca Chic, Jacaré and Barra Cascabel, Pitaria and Cantina Zé Avillez. Besides supporting the restaurant’s operation, chef José Avillez’ team helps him develop his several different ventures, from the TV cooking shows he authors and hosts, to his books, signature wines and morning radio show. José Avillez Group stands out because of its willingness to keep learning and to always perform better.