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.
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This special 90/90 event will be a dine-around experience in the Atrium of The Square DC, featuring 5–10 guest chefs collaborating with our food stalls to prepare and serve dishes inspired by Jacques Pépin's recipes. Additionally, 3–5 vendor tables selling French products will be set up throughout the venue.