Bittor Arguinzoniz is chef-owner of Asador Etxebarri, Axpe, Spain, a post held since 1990. (source, 5 November 2026)
The restaurant is No. 1 on The World's 50 Best Restaurants 2026.
Training
- Described as completely self-taught in grilling (source)
Recognition
- The World's Best Restaurant (The 50 Best Restaurants 2026), awarded to Asador Etxebarri, which he runs as chef-owner (2026) (source)
- The Best Restaurant in Europe (The 50 Best Restaurants 2026), awarded to Asador Etxebarri (2026) (source)
Context
What the role involves, and what the best in it say about the work, is set out in the executive chef's role.
Checked 10 November 2026. Corrections are welcome at press@theluxuryofattention.com.