Chef/Owner

Lola holds a B.A. from the University of Toronto and completed a Post-grad at the University of Barcelona on Mediterranean Diet Studies. Growing up in Spain instilled in her a love of its culinary heritage, and its culture. Lola assists several organizations with the aim of publicizing and promoting the foods of Spain, its cuisine and the Mediterranean diet. She has worked in the food industry in Madrid and Toronto since the 90’s. Lola teaches at George Brown College in the Continued Education Department, where she developed the following courses: Spanish Regional Cuisine, Mediterranean Cuisine, Tapas and Mediterranean Appetizer Courses. Pimentón is her latest venture where her goal is to present foods that represent the whole of the Mediterranean. Salud!

Sous Chef  

Laura Gildemeester is a graduate of the Fanshawe Culinary Arts Program. She has worked at two of Toronto’s finest restaurant – Avalon and Cava, under the tutelage of Chef Chris McDonald. She brings to Pimentón her commitment and passion for beautifully prepared and flavoursome food. An accomplished baker, Laura heads the baking section, where some of her creations have already become a hit at Pimentón.