OUR STORY

A Vision Born on the Court

Founded by Philippe Pautesta-Herder and shaped In partnership with Xcel Padel and in collaboration with Chef Jimmy Chill, Olea & Bloom was created from a shared passion for padel, food, and the Mediterranean art of living well.

Philippe’s hospitality expertise meets Jimmy’s creative, ingredient-driven approach to cooking in a concept that brings people together from morning coffees and work sessions to post-match meals and sunset drinks.

“Olea & Bloom transforms the post-match moment into an experience of taste, wellness, and togetherness.”

BEHIND THE CONCEPT

Philippe Pautesta-Herder

Founder | Visionary in Hospitality | Creator of Gastro Padel

With 25+ years of international hospitality experience, Philippe has built a reputation for crafting environments where excellence, creativity, and community thrive — from La Maison d’Adeline in Provence to managing Balthazar in New York.

In 2006, he founded PHP Enterprises, consulting for The Webster, Caviar Kaspia, and The South Beach Group.
 In 2012, he launched Le Food Catering, Miami’s premier film-set caterer.

At Olea & Bloom, Philippe unites gastronomy, wellness, and community under the philosophy of Gastro Padel.

“Olea & Bloom is more than a restaurant; it’s a movement redefining how the padel community connects, dines, and celebrates life.”

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Jimmy

BEHIND THE CONCEPT

Chef Jimmy Chill

Creative & Culinary Director

Chef Jimmy brings over a decade of culinary and hospitality experience across Israel, Morocco, and the U.S. Rooted in Galilean Arab heritage and refined through leading acclaimed restaurants, his cuisine embodies generosity, storytelling, and bold simplicity.

“Healthy, delicious, and beautiful can live on the same plate — no compromise, 100% intention.”