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José Andrés is a chef, television presenter and cook, born on July 13, 1969 in Mieres, Asturias, Spain. As of 2026, José Andrés is 57 years old. Awards on record include Vilcek Prize (2011), National Humanities Medal (2015), Gold Medal of Merit in the Fine Arts (2017) and 5 more.
My Take
José Andrés might be the chef I admire most, and not chiefly for his Michelin-level cooking. Born in a mining town in Asturias, he moved to the United States and reshaped how Americans understand Spanish cuisine. But what moves me is World Central Kitchen, his habit of showing up in disaster zones with pots and feeding people when systems collapse. A Princess of Asturias Award for Concord is extraordinary for a cook, and it reflects work that transcends the kitchen entirely. Andrés proves that a warm meal can be an act of hope and dignity. That conviction, lived out repeatedly, is real greatness to me.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- José Andrés
- Name (Japanese)
- ホセ・アンドレス
- Reading
- ほせ・あんどれす
- Born
- July 13, 1969 (age 57)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Cancer / Rooster
- Origin
- Mieres, Asturias, Spain
- Occupation
- chef / television presenter / cook / restaurateur
2. Background
Awards & achievements
- 2011 Vilcek Prize
- 2015 National Humanities Medal
- 2017 Gold Medal of Merit in the Fine Arts
- 2010 Order of Arts and Letters
- 2020 Basque Culinary World Prize
- 2021 Princess of Asturias Award for Concord
- 2018 Time 100
- 2011 Great Immigrants Award
3. Links
4. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-17
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was José Andrés born?
Born July 13, 1969 (age 57).
Where is José Andrés from?
José Andrés is from Mieres, Asturias, Spain.
What does José Andrés do?
José Andrés works as chef, television presenter, cook, restaurateur.
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