Javier Vergara Forcada
Chef | I+D Mugaritz
Errentería, Spain
Biography
Javier Vergara Forcada is part of the Research and Development team at Mugaritz, one of the world's most influential restaurants, where he collaborates in the creation of new culinary narratives that combine science, design, creativity and gastronomy. His work focuses on experimenting with techniques, ingredients and processes that transcend the limits of traditional cuisine, creating experiences that invite reflection on the relationship between people and food. With a profile that integrates research, innovation and gastronomic sensitivity, Javier contributes to projects that explore the intersection between art, science and society, in line with Mugaritz's disruptive philosophy. From the R&D laboratory, he participates in the development of concepts and dishes that challenge the status quo and transform the gastronomic experience into a cultural, emotional and sensory act.