Chef Mateu Casañas at Si Us Plau, Miracema

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About Chef Mateu CasañAs

Disfrutar, co-owned by Mateu Casañas, Oriol Castro, and Eduard Xatruch, is renowned for its innovative, playful approach to Catalan cuisine, employing modern techniques and surprising presentations. Its consistent ranking among the world's best restaurants solidifies its reputation.

★Awards & Recognition

The World's 50 Best Restaurants (2024)

The World's 50 Best Restaurants (2023)

The World's 50 Best Restaurants (2022)

The World's 50 Best Restaurants (2021)

The World's 50 Best Restaurants - One to… (2017)★Culinary Innovation Award by Confraria G… (2015)★Restaurant & Bar Design Awards - First p… (2015)★The Best Chef Awards (2023)★The Best Chef Awards (2020)★The Best Chef Awards - City Gourmet Awar… (2019)★3 Michelin Stars (2024)

Chef Timeline

1977

Born

Born in Roses, Spain.

Late 1990s - 1998

Worked at elBulli

elBulli

Pastry chef apprentice, later working as a chef

2006

Worked at elBulli

elBulli

Part of the team at Ferran Adrià's iconic restaurant.

2014

Opened Disfrutar

Disfrutar

Co-founded and opened Disfrutar with Oriol Castro and Eduard Xatruch.

Insights

Key Information

Disfrutar, co-owned by Mateu Casañas, Oriol Castro, and Eduard Xatruch, is renowned for its innovative, playful approach to Catalan cuisine, employing modern techniques and surprising presentations. Its consistent ranking among the world's best restaurants solidifies its reputation.

Customer Perception

Customers consistently praise Disfrutar's creativity, impeccable service, and unforgettable experience. Reviews frequently highlight innovative dishes, attention to detail, and a unique dining atmosphere.

Cuisine Highlights

Deconstructed TapasAvant-Garde CatalanMolecular Gastronomy

Restaurants by chef

Disfrutar, Compartir, elBulli, Si us plau

Iconic dishes

Oysters with seaweed, Foie gras lollipop, Liquid olive oil sphere, Flatbread – flourless pizza

Additional Details

Mateu Casañas, along with Oriol Castro and Eduard Xatruch, co-owns and runs Disfrutar and Compartir. They previously worked together at elBulli. Their culinary training is rooted in elBulli's creative environment, shaping their innovative style. Casañas is known for his expertise in pastry.

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