São Paulo 2026
2026 Pequeno Príncipe Gala: the future begins with those who care
Some gatherings celebrate achievements. Others help build what is yet to come. The Pequeno Príncipe Gala was created with this purpose: to bring together people who believe that care, science, and solidarity have the power to transform the future of thousands of children and adolescents.
On October 20, the Casa Fasano, in São Paulo, will host the 17th edition of the event. Under the culinary direction of chef Claude Troisgros, patron of the initiative, some of Brazil’s leading chefs will present an exclusive menu created especially for the occasion. Troisgros, Erick Jacquin, Helena Rizzo, Jéssica Trindade, and Vicente Nascimento will bring to life an experience that celebrates excellence in support of a greater cause.
The 2026 edition features the participation of Pequeno Príncipe Hospital ambassador Daniele Behring and philanthropic supporter Amalia Spinardi Thompson Motta, whose commitment helps strengthen society’s engagement in advancing children’s and adolescents’ health.
This year’s Gala also recognizes two remarkable individuals whose life stories embody its mission. The neurologist Mara Lúcia Schmitz Ferreira Santos, the scientific honoree, represents excellence in research and pediatric healthcare. Business leader Roberto Klabin, the Gala’s social honoree, embodies the transformative power of philanthropy and society’s commitment to future generations.
The ceremony will be hosted by Giovanna Ewbank, Bruno Gagliasso, and Léo Fuchs, with a special musical performance by Tiago Abravanel. The traditional charity auction will be conducted by Reinaldo Marques, creating even more opportunities to support the cause.
More than a celebration, the Gala is a movement of people who believe that caring transforms lives. Because the future of children begins with the choices we make today.
2026 Pequeno Príncipe Gala
Casa Fasano
Alcides Sangirardi Avenue, No Number — São Paulo (São Paulo state)
📅October 20, 2026 (tuesday)
🕖 From 7 p.m.
🎩Dress code: black tie or dark suit
Featured dinner chefs
Claude Troisgros — One of the foremost names in international gastronomy, he combines French tradition with Brazilian creativity. He has served as patron and culinary director of the Pequeno Príncipe Gala since its inaugural edition. At the helm of Madame Olympe, a restaurant awarded one Michelin star, he is widely recognized as a leading figure in contemporary fine dining.
Erick Jacquin — A French chef based in Brazil since 1994, he is one of the country’s most prominent figures in fine dining. In addition to leading acclaimed restaurants, he is well known for his appearances on television programs such as MasterChef and Kitchen Nightmares Brazil.
Helena Rizzo — An internationally acclaimed chef and owner of the Michelin-starred Maní restaurant, she develops contemporary cuisine inspired by Brazilian ingredients and culinary traditions. The restaurant has retained its Michelin star since 2015 and is consistently ranked among the finest in Latin America and worldwide.
Jéssica Trindade — A Brazilian chef with extensive experience in contemporary and French cuisine in Rio de Janeiro, she was the first woman to join Claude Troisgros’ professional kitchen team. She now leads the kitchen at Madame Olympe, which was awarded one Michelin star in 2026.
Vicente Nascimento — Executive chef of Casa Fasano, he has more than a decade of experience with the Fasano Group. A specialist in the house’s culinary tradition, he has overseen hundreds of social and corporate events serving more than 200,000 guests.