A new edition of The Best Chef Awards has just taken place in Dubai, and as always, seeing so many good friends enjoy their well-deserved recognition has brought a big smile to our faces.
Many users of our Ovens, Basque grills, and Robatagrills among the awardees at The Best Chef 2024
At Josper, we feel deeply proud and honored to be privileged witnesses, from the front line of their kitchens, of the professional and personal journey of many of these wonderful professionals of one, two, and three knives. We are excited to add our little spark of embers to their dishes.
This eighth edition has been the most democratic to date, with a total of 568 votes (almost double than the previous edition) from 63 different countries. It has also introduced, in a historic change, a new recognition system designed to offer a more complete and inclusive vision of culinary excellence, based on three levels of knives. This new system, in addition to the podium for the Top 3 Chefs and the special awards, honors chefs based on their impact and skill in three categories, recognizing a total of 550 culinary professionals across 6 continents:
- One Knife (EXCELLENT). Recognizes 276 chefs who reached 20% or more, highlighting their notable contributions to the field.
- Two Knives (WORLD CLASS). Recognizes 177 chefs who reached 40% or more, representing world-class expertise.
- Three Knives (THE BEST). Celebrates the highest level of culinary mastery, awarded to 97 chefs who achieved 80% or more of the maximum points.
The new system of excellence recognition introduced this year in The Best Chef Awards
The podium in 2024 was led by cutting-edge modern gastronomy:
#1 Rasmus Munk – Alchemist, Copenhagen. Known for his avant-garde approach, Munk’s work at Alchemist combines theatrical elements with culinary innovation, offering an immersive experience that has elevated him to global fame.
Rasmus Munk – Alchemist, Denmark (PRESS PACK THE BEST CHEF)
#2 Albert Adrià – Enigma, Barcelona. A culinary experimentation icon, Adrià continues to push boundaries at Enigma, where his work blends storytelling with innovative technique, solidifying his influence in the industry.
#3 Eric Vildgaard – Jordnær, Gentofte. Known for his commitment to sustainability and purity, Vildgaard’s creations at Jordnær are a testament to the artistry of local Nordic ingredients, making his work resonate on a global scale.
Josper equipment at Enigma Barcelona, by Albert Adrià
The special awards, another novelty this year to recognize chefs who have made extraordinary contributions in specific areas, remind us of the great moment Spanish gastronomy is experiencing, winning in 3 of the 12 categories, no less than 25% of the awards.
- The Best (R) Evolution: Albert Adrià, Enigma (Spain)
- The Best Chef Pastry Award: René Frank, Coda (Germany)
- The Best New Entry Award: Mei Kogo, Sushi-Meino (Japan)
- The Best Terroir Award: Jaime Rodríguez, Celele (Colombia)
- The Best Science Award: Ángel León, Aponiente (Spain)
- The Best Food Art Award: Julien Royer, Odette (Singapore)
- The Best NextGen Award: Michele Lazzarini, Contrada Bricconi, (Italy)
- The Best Dining Experience Award: Vaughan Mabee, Amisfield (New Zealand)
- The Best Creativity Award: Paco Méndez, Come Restaurant (Spain)
- The Best Dubai Award: Himanshu Saini, Trèsind (United Arab Emirates)
- The Best Voted by Professionals Award: Ana Roš, Hiša Franko (Slovenia)
- The Best Origins & Future Award: (1) Eva, Lilian, Emilie Rihani, Three by Eva (United Arab Emirates) (2) Mohamad, Wassim, Omar Orfali, Orfali Bros (United Arab Emirates)
Albert Adrià, from Enigma Barcelona, receiving the The Best (R) Evolution Award (PRESS PACK THE BEST CHEF)
Josper Grilling Equipment in the World’s Best Kitchens
For years, Josper grilling equipment has been an essential tool in many of the world’s best kitchens, led by these great culinary creators. With many of them, we have even worked hand-in-hand to create custom equipment tailored to the demanding requirements of the highest-level gastronomy. We have shared countless hours with them, solving technical challenges and sharing our mutual passion for grilling and top-level gastronomy.
That’s why, from Josper, we want to congratulate all the participants and awardees, and thank them for the great work they do in their kitchens, taking gastronomy to the highest levels of sensory experiences. Undoubtedly, all of them make the world a much more interesting place to live in, gastronomically.
The Best Chef Dubai 2024 recognizes the work of the best chefs worldwide.
