{"id":1468,"date":"2025-12-19T16:11:05","date_gmt":"2025-12-19T16:11:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/natelier.pt\/natelier\/"},"modified":"2026-03-19T12:21:07","modified_gmt":"2026-03-19T12:21:07","slug":"natelier","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/natelier.pt\/en\/natelier\/","title":{"rendered":"Natelier"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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The true art of baking lies in love<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Our Story and Origins<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Our story begins in the heart
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Each pastel de nata reflects the warmth, authenticity,
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Through trusted partnerships and iconic stores, we share our flavours far and wide<\/strong>, turning every pastel into a moment of pleasure meant to be shared<\/strong>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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At Nat\u2019elier, we aim to create memorable moments wherever our customers may be<\/strong>, and to make our past\u00e9is de nata true ambassadors of Portuguese culture<\/strong>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Joao, the soul of Nat\u2019elier, baked into every bite<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Chef Jo\u00e3o Batalha<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Jo\u00e3o isn\u2019t just the chef behind Nat\u2019elier\u2019s pastel de nata – he\u2019s the kind of person who believes food is a way to connect.<\/strong><\/p>

From the moment he steps into the kitchen, Jo\u00e3o brings curiosity, care, and a genuine love for Portuguese tradition<\/strong>. He learned the craft at its roots, but what truly sets him apart is how he has made it his own – honouring tradition while adding a little innovation<\/strong>, warmth, and playfulness to each one.<\/p>

For Jo\u00e3o, each pastel de nata is made with intention<\/strong>. The flaky layers, the creamy custard, the perfect bake – they\u2019re not just techniques, they\u2019re his way of sharing a story, a memory, a moment worth savouring.<\/p>

When you take a bite, you\u2019re tasting more than a pastry. You\u2019re tasting Jo\u00e3o\u2019s passion, his respect for Portuguese tradition, and his desire to make you feel right at home.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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At Nat\u2019elier, Chef Jo\u00e3o Batalha\u2019s past\u00e9is de nata are crafted with love.<\/p>

A love for detail<\/strong>, for innovation<\/strong>, and for the flavor that creates stories,<\/strong> one batch at a time.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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We bake love.<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Nando Duarte<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Born in South Africa to Portuguese roots, Nando carries the best of both worlds with him – a deep love for Portuguese culture and the spirit of Ubuntu: \u201cI am because we are\u201d<\/strong>.<\/p>

With years of international experience and the opening of hundreds of restaurants around the world, Nando has learned that great food is only part of the story. What truly matters is people – the teams behind the counter, the customers at the table, and the sense of belonging that brings everyone together.<\/p>

Nat\u2019elier is where Nando brings that philosophy to life. Alongside Jo\u00e3o, he helps shape a brand built on care, respect, and shared passion – honouring tradition while always leaving room to grow. <\/strong><\/p>

Behind every detail, every smooth experience, and every warm welcome, Nando\u2019s presence is felt. Because for him, success isn\u2019t just measured in numbers – it\u2019s measured in connections and moments created.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Because great ideas need great direction.<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Our Mission<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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We craft love through exceptional past\u00e9is de nata<\/strong>, blending tradition and innovation to delight everyone who tastes them.<\/strong><\/p>

We inspire and share our knowledge<\/strong>, elevating the art of Portuguese pastry through unique experiences and masterclasses.<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Our values<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Connection<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Bringing people together and building bridges<\/strong> where there once seemed to be walls.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Honesty<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Being true to our roots,<\/strong> and to the truth we share.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Innovation<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Inventing and reinventing,<\/strong> with a playful and irreverent touch.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Playfulness<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Valuing every moment,<\/strong> from the simplest flavour to life\u2019s greatest celebrations.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Passion<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Putting love and dedication into<\/b><\/p>

<\/b>everything we do and have done.<\/b><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The true art of baking lies in love Our Story and Origins Our story begins in the heartof Lisbon, inspired by the centuries-old traditions of Portugal\u2019s convent kitchens. Rooted in heritage and crafted with care, our pasteis de nata honour recipes passed down through generations. Each pastel de nata reflects the warmth, authenticity, and soul of our country. Through trusted partnerships and iconic stores, we share our flavours far and wide, turning every pastel into a moment of pleasure meant to be shared. At Nat\u2019elier, we aim to create memorable moments wherever our customers may be, and to make our past\u00e9is de nata true ambassadors of Portuguese culture. Joao, the soul of Nat\u2019elier, baked into every bite Chef Jo\u00e3o Batalha Jo\u00e3o isn\u2019t just the chef behind Nat\u2019elier\u2019s pastel de nata – he\u2019s the kind of person who believes food is a way to connect. From the moment he steps into the kitchen, Jo\u00e3o brings curiosity, care, and a genuine love for Portuguese tradition. He learned the craft at its roots, but what truly sets him apart is how he has made it his own – honouring tradition while adding a little innovation, warmth, and playfulness to each one. For Jo\u00e3o, each pastel de nata is made with intention. The flaky layers, the creamy custard, the perfect bake – they\u2019re not just techniques, they\u2019re his way of sharing a story, a memory, a moment worth savouring. When you take a bite, you\u2019re tasting more than a pastry. You\u2019re tasting Jo\u00e3o\u2019s passion, his respect for Portuguese tradition, and his desire to make you feel right at home. At Nat\u2019elier, Chef Jo\u00e3o Batalha\u2019s past\u00e9is de nata are crafted with love. A love for detail, for innovation, and for the flavor that creates stories, one batch at a time. We bake love. Nando Duarte Born in South Africa to Portuguese roots, Nando carries the best of both worlds with him – a deep love for Portuguese culture and the spirit of Ubuntu: \u201cI am because we are\u201d. With years of international experience and the opening of hundreds of restaurants around the world, Nando has learned that great food is only part of the story. What truly matters is people – the teams behind the counter, the customers at the table, and the sense of belonging that brings everyone together. Nat\u2019elier is where Nando brings that philosophy to life. Alongside Jo\u00e3o, he helps shape a brand built on care, respect, and shared passion – honouring tradition while always leaving room to grow. Behind every detail, every smooth experience, and every warm welcome, Nando\u2019s presence is felt. Because for him, success isn\u2019t just measured in numbers – it\u2019s measured in connections and moments created. Because great ideas need great direction. Our Mission We craft love through exceptional past\u00e9is de nata, blending tradition and innovation to delight everyone who tastes them. We inspire and share our knowledge, elevating the art of Portuguese pastry through unique experiences and masterclasses. Our values Connection Bringing people together and building bridges where there once seemed to be walls. Honesty Being true to our roots, and to the truth we share. Innovation Inventing and reinventing, with a playful and irreverent touch. Playfulness Valuing every moment, from the simplest flavour to life\u2019s greatest celebrations. 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