#293: Sergio Perera - Our Own Roadblocks

Sergio Perera is a chef & nutrition expert. Having trained as
a professional chef in some of Spain’s most respected restaurants
and then training in Japan, a serendipitous moment saw Sergio
become the go to private chef to Hollywood actors (such as Tom
Cruise, Robert Downey Jr, Leonardo DiCaprio, Chris Hemsworth),
athletes, royalty and politicians.


Growing up in Spain he was naturally an advocate for the healthy
Mediterranean diet, but it was working with actors which prompted
him to study and learn more about nutrition and during his time
with Chris Hemsworth he helped prepare him for the role Thor,
optimising his nutrition to support his exercise and muscle
building regime. He was an integral part of the successful
training app known as CENTR by Chris Hemsworth, writing recipes,
diet programs and meditations, offering subscribers a holistic
wellness approach.


Sergio has an international upbringing, born in Spain to a
Mexican/American and Spanish Parents and growing up on a US
Airforce base, has given Sergio a unique perspective on food and
culture. Sergio’s love for food and cooking began in his
Grandfather’s kitchen where he learnt the traditional cuisine of
the Aragon region. At the age of 18, he set off to expand his
repertoire of Spanish cuisine by training at some of the world’s
most prestigious restaurants such as ARZAK, Mugaritz and with
Albert Adria at the iconic el Bulli restaurant in Roses, Spain.
His curiosity and passion for culture eventually lead him to
Kyoto, Japan where he was introduced to Kaiseki which is an
exquisite form of dining that moves elegantly and poetically with
the seasons. 


Sergio has used his culinary and artistic experience to create
beautiful and inspirational images for food books, magazines and
film productions. He is currently the brand ambassador for
Winning Appliances, working alongside John Winning’s team on
numerous culinary and creative projects. The most recent has been
the opening of ORA Japanese dining and bar in Sydney’s
Waterloo.

Always eager to embrace new opportunities, Sergio welcomes the
chance to work with clients—whether they are actors preparing for
a film, high-profile individuals seeking an exclusive private
dinner, or those planning a special event. He has also trained
numerous chefs in becoming the ultimate private chef/nutritionist
for high profile families and individuals and has been creating a
small team of elite chefs throughout Australia. He actively
participates in restaurant consultations across Australia,
Europe, and the U.S., ensuring that each culinary experience is
tailored to meet the unique needs of his clients.


We chat about his life changing time in Japan, intuition,
mindfulness, living in his car, creativity and food, flow,
Molecular gastronomy and working with the masters, the new chef,
vulnerability, moving to Australia and working with Chris
Hemsworth, love of music, fear, and of course food plus plenty
more!



Check Sergio out on:


Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sergio.perera


Website: https://www.pererasergio.com/


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