Ricardo Paiva

Ricardo Paiva is the current president of the Associação de Doceiros de Coimbra (ADOC) and a key figure in promoting the region's confectionery heritage. He is known for his association with the renowned pastelarias Vasco da Gama in Coimbra, where he oversees the popular 'Rosas da Rainha' pastries, which celebrate the legacy of Queen Santa Isabel. Under his leadership, the ADOC plays a significant role in organizing the Mostra de Doçaria Conventual e Contemporânea, showcasing traditional and contemporary Portuguese sweets.