Chef Fátima Juárez at Komal, Los Angeles

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About Chef FáTima JuáRez

Chef Fátima Juárez is the chef-owner of Komal in Los Angeles and Lazdao.cdmx in Mexico. She is celebrated for her dedication to authentic Mexican cuisine, particularly her profound focus on heirloom corn, working with over 22 varieties sourced directly from families in Mexico. Juárez also holds a background as a psychologist.

★Awards & Recognition

James Beard Award Nominee: Emerging Chef (2026-03-31)

James Beard Award Semifinalist (2026-03-20)★Michelin Bib Gourmand (for Komal) (2025)★Bon Appétit Best New Restaurant (for Kom… (2025)

Chef Timeline

2025

Komal awarded Best New Restaurant

Komal

Awarded by Bon Appétit.

2025

Komal awarded Michelin Bib Gourmand

Komal

Recognized for quality food at a reasonable price.

2026

James Beard Award Semifinalist

Komal

Recognized in the 'Emerging Chef' category.

2026

James Beard Award Nominee

Komal

Nominated for 'Emerging Chef' presented by S.Pellegrino® Sparkling Natural Mineral Water.

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Chef Fátima Juárez is the chef-owner of Komal in Los Angeles and Lazdao.cdmx in Mexico. She is celebrated for her dedication to authentic Mexican cuisine, particularly her profound focus on heirloom corn, working with over 22 varieties sourced directly from families in Mexico. Juárez also holds a background as a psychologist.

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Cuisine Highlights

Heirloom Mexican CornHouse-made TortillasMexico City Flavors

News

Fátima Juárez was nominated for a James Beard Award for 'Emerging Chef' in 2026.
Her restaurant Komal was awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand and named 'Best New Restaurant of 2025' by Bon Appétit.
LAmag featured an article on the success of Komal and Molino, highlighting Juárez's journey to becoming a James Beard Award semifinalist.

Restaurants by chef

Komal, Lazdao.cdmx

Iconic dishes

Dishes showcasing heirloom corn, Freshly pressed tortillas

Additional Details

Fátima Juárez partners directly with families in Mexico who cultivate and preserve heirloom corn, highlighting the grain's versatility and rich cultural heritage. Her culinary approach is deeply rooted in the flavors she grew up with in Mexico City. Beyond her culinary career, she is also a trained psychologist.

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