At Gastromasa 2025, Andoni Luis Aduriz will bring his visionary approach to the stage, showcasing how Mugaritz has become a creative ecosystem where cuisine intersects with science, art, and culture. With bold experimentation and storytelling, he continues to redefine the boundaries of gastronomy.
Since taking the helm of Mugaritz in 1998, Aduriz has led the restaurant to two Michelin stars and secured a place among The World’s 50 Best Restaurants Top 10 for 14 consecutive years.

Who is Andoni Luis Aduriz?

Andoni Luis Aduriz is the renowned chef behind Mugaritz, which he has led since 1998. He defines the restaurant as a creative ecosystem, using cuisine as a platform for interdisciplinary experimentation. Under his leadership, Mugaritz has earned two Michelin stars and remained in the World’s 50 Best Restaurants top 10 for 14 consecutive years.

In 2023, Aduriz received the Icon Award from The World’s 50 Best Restaurants and was named one of the 100 most creative people in the world by Forbes. Known for blending flavor, storytelling, science, and culture, he actively shares knowledge through books, articles, and collaborations with scientists.

He writes a weekly column for El País Semanal and has received multiple awards, including the National Gastronomy Prize, Chef’s Choice Award, and Eckart Witzigmann Award. He is also a Goodwill Ambassador of Japanese Cuisine and has been honored with the Best Chef Science Award.

In 2024, he was awarded the Creativity Award at the Fuera de Serie Gourmet Awards and named “Man of the Year” in Gastronomy by Esquire magazine.