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“A chef is a chef, a cook is a cook; a lorry driver is a lorry driver and a designer is a designer. I've never heard anyone say that Philippe Starck is a chef. The important thing is dialogue. If I said to Norman Foster that he was a chef he'd say "No", but he might have a dialogue with chefs. People have said to me for many years that I'm not a chef and that I'm an artist instead, but I always say, "No, I'm a chef." I just have dialogues with designers.”

Quote by Ferran Adria

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Ferran Adria, born on May 14, 1962, is a renowned Spanish chef. He is known for his contributions to the field of innovative cuisine, particularly during the operation of his restaurant El Bulli. Adria's culinary style combines traditional and modern elements, having a profound impact on the global culinary world. more

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