Rubén García

Born in Terrassa, Spain, Chef Rubén García fell in love with cooking at 15. While studying at Joviat in Manresa, he staged at Michelin-starred restaurants, eventually joining Ferran and Albert Adrià at El Bulli, where he developed his avant-garde approach. In 2004, García moved to the U.S. to work with fellow El Bulli alum José Andrés at ThinkFoodGroup, rising to R&D Director. He played a pivotal role in menu creation, quality control, and national restaurant openings.

A StarChefs Rising Star in 2010, García has twice won Iron Chef but remains focused on culinary innovation over accolades. In 2021, he co-founded Unfold Hospitality, launching acclaimed restaurants like Casa Teresa in Washington, D.C. His talent earned him a 2025 James Beard Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic nomination. Passionate about mentorship and healthy eating, García continues to shape the industry through creativity, leadership, and a deep respect for hospitality.