Leonor Espinosa is one of the world’s most awarded female chefs, with the prestigious title of World’s Best Chef in 2022. This title is attributed to women who stand out from the crowd, opening up new perspectives for the future. A leading figure in Colombian cuisine, she is committed to culinary research aimed at enhancing the value of local indigenous products and biodiversity. For her, gastronomy is an essential tool for achieving socio-economic well-being in developing countries.
NGO
Funleo
Because chef Leonor Espinosa believes in the social impact of gastronomy, in 2008 she created Funleo, a non-profit organization dedicated to defending the gastronomic traditions of Colombian communities. Its aim is to promote a gastronomy and food culture that recognizes the richness of Colombian biodiversity and celebrates the diversity of national identities.
