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He is a young, tall and handsome man who melts the hearts of women when he smiles and expresses his love for food. Helio Goncalves who grew up in the heart of Portugal, began working his way through restaurants bussing tables, talking to people and preparing food in the kitchen before attending the Professional School of Hotel Services and Tourism of Lisbon, where he was invited to take exams to the Junior Kitchen National Selection. Through his determination and keen interest in culinary skills, he became Chef de partie in Belcanto, recognised as the 91st place by San Pellegrino and a Two-Star Michelin restaurant in Lisboa-Chiado. Today, he is the Head Chef of BOCA, a homely and traditional restaurant in Singapore that brings you nothing but heart-warming Authentic Portuguese Cuisine. In his journey with BOCA, he was named “Young Chef” by Epicure Asian Magazine, and together with the BOCA family the title of Singapore`s Best Restaurant of 2016 by Singapore Tatler Magazine and was a Finalist in San Pellegrino`s Best New Restaurant in Singapore. |
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| Establishment: | BOCA |
| Restaurant Type: | Portuguese |
Events InformationMonday 20 March 2017, 7:00pm Gallo Olive Oil Culinary Masterclass & Dinner ft. Helio Goncalves Price: $138++ per paxDress Code: Smart Casual Event Closed Gallo Olive Oil Culinary Masterclass & Dinner ft. Helio GoncalvesMENU STARTER OCTOPUS SALAD sliced octopus from the Atlantic Center, cherry tomatoes, spring onions & vinaigrette made from red wine vinegar & Gallo Moonlight Harvest Olive Oil ** MAIN COURSE PORK CHEEK slow cooked sautéed Iberian pork cheek, mash sebago potato seared with Gallo Reserve Extra Virgin Olive Oil & truffle oil, topped with crispy Iberian bellota ham & herbs ** DESSERT PORTUGESE HAM PUDDING pudding made from a blend of yolk, ham, tawny port & Gallo Extra Virgin Olive Oil, served with vanilla ice cream. This traditional recipe is a typical pudding of the parish of Priscos, created by the Abbot of Priscos in the 19th Century. ** Information shown may not reflect recent changes. Please check with each restaurant for current hours, pricing, and menu information. Sunday 02 April 2017 UNcover a Gourmet Atlas with ChopePrice: $28+ pp entry includes goodie bag with exciting door gifts and discount vouchers * All gourmet plates $10 each * Wine, beer & cocktail bars available Event Closed
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