Ordained Minister & Master Chef combining solemnity, warmth, and luxury hospitality to bring your wedding story to life across Lisbon, Sintra, Cascais, and the Setúbal Peninsula.
Welcome. I am João Encarnação. My career has been defined by a passion for craft and hospitality—first as a Master Chef leading luxury culinary operations, and today as an ordained wedding celebrant in Portugal.
Having inaugurated my officiant path at Palácio de Queluz, I specialize in non-denominational, symbolic ceremonies tailored to international couples and expats. Operating natively in English (and bilingually), I bring flawless event choreography, eloquent storytelling, and epicurean advisory to ensure your ceremony and reception are executed with true distinction.
Tailored offerings designed for destination weddings, elopements, and luxury estates.
Ideal for intimate elopements, micro-weddings, and vow renewals.
Complete personalized ceremony experience for palaces & quintas.
Bespoke ceremony combined with expert reception menu advisory.
Warm, eloquent storytelling tailored specifically to international guests and destination couples.
Decades of luxury hospitality leadership ensure seamless coordination with your planner and venue team.
Expert guidance navigating regional Portuguese catering, terroir wine pairings, and custom dietary concepts.
Let's discuss your upcoming wedding ceremony in Portugal.
Azeitão, Portugal (Servicing Lisbon, Sintra, Cascais, Setúbal & Alentejo)
+351 912 887 619
contact@joaoencarnacao.net
www.joaoencarnacao.net