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Leo

No.76 World's 50 Best 2025 — elite chef

Fine Dining RestaurantFine DiningColombiaWorld's 50 Best

Veronica's Take

Chef Leonor Espinosa, the visionary behind Leo restaurant, has just claimed the No. 76 spot on the World's 50 Best 2025 list, cementing her status as an elite force in global cuisine. With a background in economics and art, Espinosa's culinary approach is a daring blend of anthropology, contemporary art, and culture, transforming her dishes into edible masterpieces. Her restaurant offers two distinct experiences: an avant-garde dining room where guests can indulge in an eight or 12-course tasting menu curated by Espinosa herself, and a more relaxed bar and eatery led by her daughter, sommelier Laura Hernández Espinosa. This dual concept not only showcases Espinosa's artistic flair but also highlights her commitment to innovation and family legacy in the culinary world.

leorestaurantcol An economist and artist by training, celebrity chef Leonor Espinosa’s love of anthropology, contemporary art and culture is evident in both her cooking and the restaurant: a bold, modern room adorned with striking pieces. Leo features two dining rooms under one roof: one led by the creativity of Chef Espinosa where guests can enjoy an eight or 12-course tasting menu; the other featuring a bar and more informal eatery run by Leo’s daughter, sommelier Laura Hernández Espinosa.

Accolade

List: World's 50 Best Restaurants · Rank: 76 · Year: 2025

Key Facts

The people behind Leo

Leonor Espinosa

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Chef-owner

Chef-owner of Leo in Bogota (No.76, World's 50 Best Restaurants 2025). An economist and artist by training whose cooking draws on anthropology and contemporary art.