SB Culinary Center (SBCC) is an international educational initiative founded by Svetlana Belousova. Since 2014, SBCC has been guiding chefs, students, and graduates toward professional growth in the culinary and hospitality industries.
Our mission is to create opportunities for internships at leading restaurants and hotels across Spain and Portugal — fostering career development, cultural exchange, and immersion in the world of gastronomy.
Our mission is to create opportunities for internships at leading restaurants and hotels across Spain and Portugal — fostering career development, cultural exchange, and immersion in the world of gastronomy.
Internships in Spain and Portugal
CULINARY
EDUCATIONAL
PROJECT
OUR PROGRAMS
For Chefs,
Pastry Chefs,
and Bakers
Pastry Chefs,
and Bakers
Discover the world of haute cuisine through hands-on training at some of the finest restaurants in Spain and Portugal
For Students and Graduates of Culinary and Hospitality Schools
Immerse yourself in the standards of premium service and management at restaurants and hotels in Spain and Portugal
Language Internships for Linguists
Hands-on language practice in the dining halls of top restaurants and 5-star hotels. Master the art of cross-cultural communication.
Gastro Tours
Exclusive signature culinary journeys with behind-the-scenes access to the world’s leading chefs and the secrets of gastronomically advanced destinations
WHY SPAIN AND PORTUGAL
One of the world’s leading destinations for gastronomic tourism. With a population of 48 million, Spain welcomes over 80 million visitors every year — and around 14 million come specifically for its cuisine.
In The World’s 100 Best Restaurants 2023, ten Spanish restaurants made the list — holding the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th places. As of 2024, Spain boasts 272 Michelin-starred restaurants, including:
Madrid is the heart of Spanish gastronomy. The capital brings together all 15 regional cuisines and nearly every major international one — from Peru and Japan to Lebanon and Portugal. Madrid is home to 28 Michelin-starred restaurants (36 stars total) and 22 Bib Gourmand venues, offering exceptional value and quality.
World-renowned chefs — Dani García, Quique Dacosta, Jesús Sánchez, Gastón Acurio, Enrique Olvera, and even the legacy of Joël Robuchon — have chosen Madrid as their creative base, turning the city into one of Europe’s leading gastronomic laboratories.
In The World’s 100 Best Restaurants 2023, ten Spanish restaurants made the list — holding the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th places. As of 2024, Spain boasts 272 Michelin-starred restaurants, including:
- 225 with one star
- 32 with two stars
- 15 with three stars
Madrid is the heart of Spanish gastronomy. The capital brings together all 15 regional cuisines and nearly every major international one — from Peru and Japan to Lebanon and Portugal. Madrid is home to 28 Michelin-starred restaurants (36 stars total) and 22 Bib Gourmand venues, offering exceptional value and quality.
World-renowned chefs — Dani García, Quique Dacosta, Jesús Sánchez, Gastón Acurio, Enrique Olvera, and even the legacy of Joël Robuchon — have chosen Madrid as their creative base, turning the city into one of Europe’s leading gastronomic laboratories.
Spain
Portugal is an increasingly attractive destination for internships and professional training — welcoming students, graduates, and culinary professionals in gastronomy, pastry, hospitality, and restaurant management.
The country embodies the emerging concept of “Atlantic Cuisine” — blending rich culinary heritage, high educational standards, and exceptional opportunities for professional growth.
As of 2025, Portugal is home to:
Northern Portugal, especially the Douro Valley, is the birthplace of world-famous Port wine. Its terraced vineyards and unique microclimate create ideal conditions for producing wines of exceptional quality. For aspiring sommeliers and F&B directors, understanding Portugal’s winemaking traditions is an essential part of their professional education.
The country embodies the emerging concept of “Atlantic Cuisine” — blending rich culinary heritage, high educational standards, and exceptional opportunities for professional growth.
As of 2025, Portugal is home to:
- 38 restaurants with one Michelin star
- 8 restaurants with two Michelin stars
Northern Portugal, especially the Douro Valley, is the birthplace of world-famous Port wine. Its terraced vineyards and unique microclimate create ideal conditions for producing wines of exceptional quality. For aspiring sommeliers and F&B directors, understanding Portugal’s winemaking traditions is an essential part of their professional education.
Portugal
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HOW TO APPLY
Your path from application to international experience — in just four steps
More than 290 professionals have already taken this path with SB Culinary Center.
Submit Your Application
Get a Personal Consultation
We’ll select the perfect program tailored to your goals, experience, and level of preparation.
We’ll assist with all necessary documents and help you get ready for the internship.
Sign the Agreement and Prepare for Your Trip
Complete Your Internship and Receive Your Certificate
Gain hands-on international experience and earn a personalized certificate recognizing your professional growth.
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