Why This 2 Michelin Star Chef Does Things His Own Way

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Editor 18th August 2026
The Staff Canteen

Why This 2 Michelin Star Chef Does Things His Own Way

Argentine-born chef Paulo Airaudo built Amelia in San Sebastián by combining Italian soul, Japanese precision and the best ingredients from the Basque Country.

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