get to know our little Oniria family...
papa Genaro
Meet our Chef, Papa Genaro, THE creative mind, THE OG (stands for – of course – the Original Genaro), the heart and soul of the company. As one of the founders of Oniria, Genaro is one of those rare people who brings so much heart and soul into what he does, you can't help but be inspired by him... (even if you don't want to... you WILL get inspired).
Born and raised in Colombia, he started off on a totally different path, studying business, but life had other plans (don't we all...) and cooking swept him off his feet. Now, he’s the creative genius behind every dish you taste, blending flavors, textures, and memories into something extraordinary...
...His journey took him from Bogotá to Spain, where he spent over a decade perfecting his craft in countless restaurants, soaking in the essence of Spanish cuisine (quite literally... bite by bite). But it’s not just about food for Genaro—it’s about family, passion, and sharing his love for cooking with others. His dream? To open Oniria with his son Blas (...well, who else?) and bring a slice of Spain to Schiedam...
...If you ever catch him in the kitchen, you might think he looks super angry, but don’t be fooled. That’s just his “concentrating face.” Once you chat with him, you’ll see what a kind, generous, and truly beautiful person he is. Every meal he makes isn’t just a recipe; it’s a piece of his story, and it’s clear that every dish is made with a whole lot of love.
cocktail master - Blas
Meet the genius behind the bar, the one who shakes up the craziest cocktails—Blas (he’s basically the cocktail wizard you never knew you needed). Got a burning question about mixology? He’ll hit you with an answer—(quite literally in your head...)
Born in Colombia and raised in Granada, Spain, Blas has a love for poetry, art, and—(dahhh)—flavor (...well, at least we hope so). It’s no wonder bartending became his perfect mix of creativity and craft (well... either this or singing... but believe us when we say you’re lucky he chose bartending)...
...This guy’s been everywhere, collecting flavors and experiences (and weird stories of getting lost... but, well, we all know our Blas...). When he and his father, Papa Genaro, opened Oniria, his goal was simple: a place where everyone feels like family (although, as a Colombian, he already has at least 150 cousins... so asking for more family is quite greedy, if you ask us...). You’ll always get a massive smile from him, and he’s always ready to chat about whatever pops into his head (by the way, he has massive ADHD, so good luck holding on to one topic...).
...Blas is your go-to guy for anything drink-related, and he does it all with so much heart that you’ll be wondering if he’s secretly mixing a little love into each drink.
Beau - the beautiful
Meet the sweetheart, always funny, the one and only—Le Beau.
Beau’s the guy you’ll spot at Oniria with his signature Peaky Blinders hat (well, not so signature since every second man has this hat in Schiedam, but let's just call it signature for his sake), a coffee in his hand (probably his 5th of the day), and probably cracking a joke or two (or ten)... He’s a beer enthusiast through and through—whether it’s a smooth lager or a quirky craft beer, he’s all about that cold, refreshing goodness. (Give him a Guinness if you truly want to see him smile)...
...Now, Beau’s got a bit of an interesting backstory. He started out deep in the world of IT, doing network management stuff, and tried his hand at a bunch of different jobs. But somehow, life led him to Oniria (thank God...) and now he’s loving every minute of it (well, mostly every minute...). He’s always pumped to learn new things, especially when it comes to history (that he really loves!).
When he’s not slinging beers and making you laugh, Beau’s probably gaming, blasting some tunes on his drums, or tinkering around with PCs. If you need a good laugh, a fun chat, or just a cold one, Beau’s there to cheer you up (even if you don't need cheering up from him, well... he’ll be there because... he works there)
Zoe - the sweetes pie
Meet the sweetheart, always funny, the one and only—Le Beau.
Beau’s the guy you’ll spot at Oniria with his signature Peaky Blinders hat (well, not so signature since every second man has this hat in Schiedam, but let's just call it signature for his sake), a coffee in his hand (probably his 5th of the day), and probably cracking a joke or two (or ten)... He’s a beer enthusiast through and through—whether it’s a smooth lager or a quirky craft beer, he’s all about that cold, refreshing goodness. (Give him a Guinness if you truly want to see him smile)...
...Now, Beau’s got a bit of an interesting backstory. He started out deep in the world of IT, doing network management stuff, and tried his hand at a bunch of different jobs. But somehow, life led him to Oniria (thank God...) and now he’s loving every minute of it (well, mostly every minute...). He’s always pumped to learn new things, especially when it comes to history (that he really loves!).
When he’s not slinging beers and making you laugh, Beau’s probably gaming, blasting some tunes on his drums, or tinkering around with PCs. If you need a good laugh, a fun chat, or just a cold one, Beau’s there to cheer you up (even if you don't need cheering up from him, well... he’ll be there because... he works there)