Van Sotto

A Lisbon house of ventures.

Founded by two partners. Built for the long term.

Stone facade and azulejo tiles on a Lisbon building in soft morning light

The House

Van Sotto is a privately held company based in Lisbon, founded by Louis van Wyk and Ines Sotto-Mayor. We build and operate businesses we'd be proud to run for decades — starting with a simple belief: do ordinary things with uncommon care. We are not restricted to any industry. We are restricted to quality.

Ventures

Van Sotto Coffee

Specialty coffee for the people of Parque das Nações. Our first venture. Launching Q3 2026.

Visit Van Sotto Coffee

More in time.

How We Work

  • Own the details.

    Small things done perfectly compound into businesses people trust.

  • Grow patiently.

    We'd rather build one great thing at a time than ten average things at once.

  • Stay close.

    We operate what we own. Founders behind the counter, not behind a dashboard.

Partners

Louis van Wyk, Co-founder

Louis van Wyk

Co-founder

Ines Sotto-Mayor, Co-founder

Ines Sotto-Mayor

Co-founder

Two surnames, one company.

Contact

For partnerships, locations and everything else:

hello@vansotto.com