José Andrés

Twice named one of Time Magazine's "100 Most Influential People" and honored as both "Outstanding Chef" and "Humanitarian of the Year" by the James Beard Foundation, José Andrés is an internationally renowned culinary innovator, New York Times bestselling author, educator, Emmy Award-winning television personality, humanitarian, and chef/owner of José Andrés Group.

A pioneer of Spanish tapas in the United States, Andrés has transformed the American dining landscape through more than 40 restaurants spanning an extraordinary range of culinary experiences—from his two Michelin-starred minibar by José Andrés to the vibrant 35,000-square-foot Mercado Little Spain in New York City, as well as acclaimed concepts including Jaleo, Zaytinya, Bazaar Meat, and more.

Widely recognized for both his celebration of Spanish cuisine and his groundbreaking avant-garde cooking, Andrés is the founder of José Andrés Media, which produces television, books, and digital storytelling centered on food, culture, and the people who bring them to life. In 2010, he founded World Central Kitchen, the nonprofit organization that provides fresh meals in response to humanitarian, climate, and community crises around the world. His work has earned numerous honors, including the National Humanities Medal, the Princess of Asturias Award for Concord, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the United States' highest civilian honor, recognizing his extraordinary contributions to both culinary innovation and humanitarian service.