Azorean Heritage
Gastronomic Experiences
In the Azores, food means tradition, culture, and conviviality. Every meal is a feast of local, fresh, and seasonal delicacies
Terrace
14h30 – 17h30
Closed: Tuesdays
Dinner
18h00 – 22h00
Closed: Tuesdays
Location
Foros, ER1
9930-055 Lajes do Pico
Bioma
Mission
Give value to local products, promote sustainability with respect for nature and create a unique Azorean gastronomic experience
Bioma
A gastronomic approach that respects environmental sustainability and the harmony of flavors
It’s not just a restaurant. It is a place where you can enjoy gastronomic experiences based on Azorean heritage. It’s where you can taste the fusion of fresh local produce with high culinary technique and traditional know-how. It is where the flavors and culture of the Azores are celebrated, with a commitment to tradition, innovation, and sustainability
Azorean Table
In the Azores, food means tradition, culture, and conviviality. Every meal is a feast of local, fresh, and seasonal delicacies. We suggest you enjoy this five-course experience and taste fresh produce, living Azorean traditions in a fusion of haute cuisine.
45€ per person
70€ with Azorean wine pairing
(three glasses)
Azorean Roots
Embark on a nine-course journey and discover the essence of Azorean gastronomy with a feast of authentic flavors and ingredients native to the islands. Each dish will tell a story, based on the local gastronomic heritage, passed down through generations and influenced by the unique geographical conditions.
We propose a gastronomic journey through the history, culture, and identity of the islands, respecting the past and preserving the Azorean gastronomic heritage.
90€ per person
145€ with Azorean wine pairing
(five glasses)
Chef’s Table
A unique and exclusive gastronomic experience where you can enjoy the most exclusive local products, recipes, and stories with a contemporary vision, bringing together the past, the present and the future. The meal is prepared and presented at the kitchen counter, with the personalized service of BIOMA chefs, allowing you to observe the creation of each dish.
The chefs present a 12-course tasting menu only available to a maximum of four people per day, sharing details about local ingredients, local gastronomic techniques and their inspiration in the stories and customs of the Azores.
The experience is complemented by a selection of typical Azorean wines and drinks, carefully chosen by the BIOMA sommelier.
145€ per person
Bioma
Chefs
Lajes do Pico, Portugal
Rafael Ávila Melo
He graduated from the School of Tourism and Hotel Training in Ponta Delgada. He spent more than four years at the service of Nerua, at the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain, classified with a Michelin Star and number 32 on The World’s 50 Best Restaurants list in 2019. During this period he accompanied Chef Josean Alija at international gastronomy events.
Patagonia, Argentina
Franco Pinilla
He was head chef at Mishiguene, led by chef Tomás Kalika, ranked among The World’s 50 Best Restaurants and recommended by the Michelin Guide, and executive chef, with chef Julieta Caruso, at the Mezcla Group, where he acquired skills for practicing sustainable gastronomy. At Bioma he culminates his experience in a proposal for authentic gastronomy.
Concept
What does biome mean?
It signifies the essence of a pure and balanced environment where nature grows naturally. It reflects a gastronomic approach that respects environmental sustainability and the harmony of flavors.
Bioma Restaurant
How to get to Bioma
Pico Island
Azores
Wednesday to Monday
14h30 – 22h00
Tuesday
Closed