Joan Roca i Fontané stands as one of the most esteemed Spanish chefs, renowned for his role as the founder and head chef of El Celler de Can Roca, a culinary masterpiece that earned three Michelin stars in 2009. In both 2013 and 2015, the restaurant secured the prestigious title of the world's best restaurant by The World's 50 Best Restaurants.

Rooted in a familial culinary legacy, Joan's journey began alongside his grandparents and parents in their family business—a traditional Catalan cuisine establishment. Presently, he spearheads his own culinary venture alongside his two accomplished brothers, Josep, an esteemed sommelier, and Jordi, a masterful pastry chef.

Joan's culinary artistry seamlessly melds traditional cuisine with avant-garde techniques, epitomizing a harmonious blend of modern innovation and time-honored recipes. His repertoire boasts a meticulous exploration of culinary techniques such as Sous-vide, "Perfume-cooking," and Distillation, elevating the dining experience to a level of culinary sophistication and excellence.