JOSÉ ANDRÉS

Twice named one of Time Magazine’s “100 Most Influential People” and awarded “Outstanding Chef” and “Humanitarian of the Year” by the James Beard Foundation, José Andrés is an internationally recognized culinary innovator, New York Times bestselling author, educator, Emmy-nominated television personality, humanitarian, and chef/owner of José Andrés Group. A pioneer of Spanish tapas in the United States, he is also known for his groundbreaking avant- garde cuisine and his award-winning group of restaurants, ranging in a variety of culinary experiences from a food truck to his vegetable-focused fast casual Beefsteak to world-class tasting menus like the two Michelin-starred minibar by José Andrés to the 35,000 square foot dining and market destination, Mercado Little Spain. Formed in 2021, José Andrés Media produces unscripted and scripted television series, books, podcasts, and digital short and mid- form content with a focus on food-related stories and characters and the culture of food.