Award-winning chef and restauranteur, living between the uk, mexico, middle east, africa, north and south america who has been privileged to cook for heads of state, politicians and celebrities from around the world.

Creating contemporary dishes that blend European and Mexican cuisine, showcasing a profound appreciation for the art of traditional, wood-fired cooking.

Having opened his own lauded restaurant, Stovell’s, in Surrey in 2012, Fernando now brings his unique personality and style to the screen, having featured on a number of live TV shows including Saturday Kitchen, Market Kitchen for the BBC, Sky TV UK and MasterChef Mexico ‘TV Azteca’, Hotel VIP ‘Televisa, Univision’. México and USA.

Fernando, born and raised in Mexico City, has a multicultural background with a British mother, Mexican father, and Austrian grandmother. However, his journey took an unexpected turn when he arrived in London in 1997. Contrary to his father’s belief that he was pursuing a Business qualification, Fernando secretly enrolled in a culinary course at Westminster Kingsway College.

• 2000
• Fernando started work in his first professional kitchen with a stagiaire at a legendary, three Michelin-starred restaurant in Paris. The year spent in Paris gave him valuable experience of all aspects of high-end, French cuisine, and when he returned to London, it was to work under the tutelage of Eric Chavot, at the two Michelin-starred restaurant at The Capital Hotel.

• 2002 / 2006
• In 2002, Fernando achieved his first head chef position at The Wellington Club in Knightsbridge, where he had the privilege of serving esteemed guests such as Leonardo Di Caprio, David & Victoria Beckham, Steven Spielberg, Oliver Stone, Guy Ritchie,Simon Cowell, Michael Schumacher, David Coulthard,Mick Jagger, Bono, Roger Taylor, Mickey Rourke, Damien Hurst, Billy Zane, David Bowie, and Roger Moore.

• 2006 / 2012
• He moved on to take over the kitchen and restaurant at The Cuckoo Club – an exclusive private members club in London which went on to be voted one of Tatler magazine’s best restaurants in the UK. Guests here included Prince William, Prince Harry, Princess Beatrice, Former President Lic. Carlos Salinas de Gortari, Roman Abramovich, Noel and Liam Gallagher, Axl Rose, Orlando Bloom, Mick Jagger and Fernando’s close friend Paul Young and family. Fernando served as a private chef for the Mexican Ambassador to the UK, catering to a diverse range of events including VIP functions and intimate private meals. Additionally, he had the opportunity to prepare meals for an array of clients, spanning from former Egyptian President Mubarak & family, Former MD of Barclays Bank and family, Tennis player Greg Rusedski and family.

• 2012
• Fernando realised his dream by opening his own restaurant, Stovell’s, in the picturesque village of Chobham, Surrey. The restaurant, which includes a bar and private dining room, goes from strength to fulfilling his lifelong aspiration, Fernando brought his vision to life by establishing his own restaurant, Stovell’s, nestled in the picturesque village of Chobham, Surrey. Since its inception, the restaurant has garnered increasing acclaim, receiving glowing reviews from esteemed journalists such as Jay Rayner in The Observer and Tom Parker Bowles in the Mail on Sunday. Notable accolades have also been awarded upon Stovell’s.

• 2013
• Stovell’s, led by renowned chef Fernando Stovell, shines as the Surrey county’s top restaurant and chef of the year, as recognised by Surrey Magazine and restaurant awards. It has been granted three AA Rosettes by the esteemed AA guide and has secured a highly sought-after place in The Michelin guide, renowned for being worth a special visit.

• 2014
• Building on the accomplishments of Stovell’s, Fernando’s sets itself apart as one of just 35 restaurants nationwide to hold four AA Rosettes. It has been recognised as the Chef of the Year, Restaurant of the Year, and ranked as the 16th Best Restaurant in the Country by Square Meal. Fernando’s extraordinary talent and determined dedication were acknowledged in 2015 when he was honoured with the esteemed Chef of the Year award by the Good Food Guide Award. Among his notable clients at the restaurant are Peter Cech and family, Michael Keaton, Benedict Cumberbatch, Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber, and other esteemed individuals.

• 2015 / 2016 / 2017
• Fernando and his co-creator and Bar manager, Geyan Surendran, introduced the exquisite Stovell’s Wildcrafted Gin distilled in house. This exceptional gin is meticulously handcrafted, utilising carefully selected botanicals that mirror the ingredients found in the restaurant’s kitchen. This creation showcases the shared passion of Fernando and Geyan for the art of mixology. With an impressive 97% of the botanicals sourced from Britain, it has gained recognition as the fourth best international gin. Moreover, Fernando has made frequent appearances as a guest chef on the live BBC1 show, Saturday Kitchen, alongside Chef James Martin and Chef Matt Telbutt, starting from 2008 up to 2017. Additionally, he has served as a guest teacher for the Saturday Kitchen Experience, imparting his knowledge to enthusiasts of the popular show in the UK. Fernando embarked on a journey, venturing to renowned restaurants acclaimed by The World’s 50 Best Restaurants in Spain, Austria, France, and Scandinavian countries. During his travels, he engaged in stagiaire positions, refining his skills and gaining invaluable experience in these esteemed culinary establishments.

• 2018 / 2021
• While in Mexico, Fernando Stovell assumed the position of a judge on Masterchef Mexico for three consecutive years, from 2019 to 2022. He also made noteworthy guest appearances on various Mexican television shows and participated in interviews with renowned journalists and broadcasters from Univision, Televisa, Imagen TV, and Tv Azteca.. Additionally, he provided private catering services to various high-profile clients, and served as an ambassador for esteemed brands such as Vita cocina, Licor 43 Horchata, Monogram, Zegna, Casa Rionda, and Feb 31st glassware.

• 2022 / 2023
• Fernando Stovell has taken the prestigious role of Director at the Hispanic Restaurant Association USA (HRA). In addition, he holds the roles of Educator & Chief, Chairman, and founder at The Quetzales Guide, an organisation based in the US and México. Furthermore, he has been appointed as the Chef Specialist for the TV show ‘El Hotel VIP,’ which was filmed in Argentina in early 2023. The show is scheduled to be broadcasted on Televisa and Univision starting from September 2023, reaching audiences in the USA, Mexico, and parts of South America. The show consists of 45 episodes.

• COMING
  SOON
  2024
• “STOVELLS MEXICO”

• BOOKS
• “FROM SEED TO TABLE”, “PLAIN – VANILLA”