Casa Teresa/The Square
- When
- May 12, 2025
- Where
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The Square
1850 K St NW
Washington, DC
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.
Details
- Proceeds will support the Jacques Pépin Foundation. Your ticket purchase helps transform lives through culinary education, and we deeply appreciate your generous support.
- Jacques Pépin proudly supports our 90/90 Celebrations. While he can't be present at all of them, we invite you to check our website for details on the events where he will joining in celebration.
- For more information, contact Casa Teresa/The Square
Event Host
Rubén García
Unfold Hospitality, The Square
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.