Maribel Núñez Mojica

Maribel Núñez Mojica is a resilient entrepreneur and chef from Camiri, Bolivia, who founded El Patio de Doña Reina, a restaurant in Santa Cruz that celebrates the rich culinary traditions of the region. With a strong character and a passion for cooking, she has navigated the challenges of single parenthood while raising her three children, Yessica, Cristian, and René. Starting with a humble churrasco stall, Maribel turned her love for food into a thriving business that now employs six trained staff members. Her restaurant serves a variety of traditional dishes, providing a warm and inviting space that fosters community and cultural identity. Despite facing obstacles such as starting from scratch and overcoming the pandemic, Maribel remains dedicated to her craft and dreams of expanding her culinary legacy for future generations.