The 7 + 1 Categories of the Institution
People of the Year
The Most Influential Personalities of the Year
Cooking is not just an art, it is a living, evolving organism shaped by innovative ideas, new techniques, and the personalities that define it. At Gastronomicon, the magazine dedicated to celebrating gastronomy, we recognize each year those who have left their mark on taste and helped shape our content and identity.
The list of Gastronomicon's most influential personalities is not merely a roster of names but a tribute to those who positively impact our magazine through their work, insights, and contributions to the evolution of culinary culture.
Selection Criteria
1. Influence on the Magazine's Content
Personalities who make a significant contribution to our editorial content through interviews, features, or general presence in culinary events, shaping the magazine's gastronomic narrative.
2. Impact on the Public
Individuals whose personal and professional engagement with the culinary world positively influences the audience and serves as an example or inspiration.
3. Public Vote
Through an open public voting process, our readers play a key role in determining the final ranking and outcome of the annual recognition.
The 7 + 1 Categories of the Institution
Gastronomy Workshop
Where knowledge meets passion. This category honors educators, mentors, and those shaping the next generation of gastronomy, whether through culinary projects, cooking schools, or exemplary professional kitchens.
Chef
A category for the few whose impact reaches many. Individuals who, through dedication and tireless work, cultivate the essence of cooking, promote excellence within their teams, and advance culinary knowledge and education.
Art
Gastronomy is an art in itself, yet some personalities transcend it, combining taste with other creative expressions. This category recognizes those who bridge flavor with aesthetics, transforming food into an experience, cooking into a canvas, and tradition into contemporary inspiration. Through their artistry, they enrich the culinary world and expand the boundaries of creativity.
Earth
Nature at the forefront. This category celebrates people who embrace the land, promote sustainability, and cultivate with respect, highlighting the value of pure, natural ingredients. From sustainable farming and organic production to innovative techniques that protect natural resources, these individuals are guardians of the future, delivering products that positively impact both present and future generations.
Cook
The heart of the kitchen. This category honors cooks who, with humility and dedication, keep tradition alive while evolving cuisine through knowledge, technique, and passion. They spend countless hours by the fire, honor raw ingredients, and create flavors that leave lasting impressions.
Wine Bar & Coffee
Dedicated to those excelling in the world of wine, spirits, and coffee, judged on progress, respect for ingredients, collaboration, and the final experience in the glass.
Pastry & Breadstuff
A category for artisans in bread, pastry, and sweet creations. It highlights creators who honor both tradition and innovation, combining skill and deep experience to offer unique flavors and memorable experiences.
Unique
For the unparalleled. This category celebrates personalities who defy conventions—visionary, bold, and uniquely impactful in gastronomy. These creators carve new paths, blending innovation, passion, and creativity, leaving an unmistakable mark on the culinary world and beyond.
