Lobster whisperer chef from La Langostería sr. William Yafrel Martinez

One of the leading Cuban chefs, William Yafrel Martinez, was born on June 13, 1983, in Rodas,
in the province of Cienfuegos, Cuba. He trained at the Hotel Palacio Barón Balbin and gained experi-
ence after school in restaurants such as Casa de Al and El Gato Tuerto. He completed internships at top
restaurants like El Toconero and La Guarida in Havana. In 2016, he won the national competition Gran
Copa Master Chef in the preparation of lobsters and crustaceans. The following year, he was recogni-
zed for his contributions to gastronomy and included in the Grand de Chef de Primera Clase, a group
comprising the best chefs in Cuba.
We are now honored to introduce this talented chef at the restaurant La Bodeguita del Medio
Prague, where he holds the position of Chef de Chef of *La Langostería restaurant by La Bodeguita del
Medio*. You can look forward to the finest lobster, seafood, and original Creole cuisine dishes. Under
his leadership, all dishes are authentic and of the highest quality.
William places great emphasis on freshness, strict quality standards, and the selection of ingredi-
ents. His vision and creative approach are a significant asset and a source of motivation for the upco-
ming seasons. We value the opportunity to collaborate with him, as he has fulfilled his long-standing
dream of leading one of the top Cuban restaurants in Europe, which has been a player in the world
of gastronomy for over 20 years.