Massimo Bottura is an internationally renowned Italian chef and leader of contemporary gastronomy. Founder and owner of Osteria Francescana, a three Michelin-star restaurant in Modena, his creative and social approach has revolutionized world cuisine. Bottura uses gastronomy as a platform for inclusion, sustainability, and social change, standing out as a driving force behind global philanthropic projects and as a major innovator in food culture.
Acclaimed as one of the world’s best chefs, Massimo Bottura has led Osteria Francescana to be recognized as the world’s best restaurant multiple times. He has received several Michelin stars and is the author of influential books such as *Never Trust a Skinny Chef* and *Bread is Gold*. In 2016 he founded Food for Soul, an organization creating Refettorios to fight food waste and social exclusion by turning surplus food into meals for vulnerable people. Bottura is also a UNEP Goodwill Ambassador and a global reference in social responsibility and sustainability.
Massimo Bottura’s talks are passionate and inspiring. With a direct and charismatic style, he invites audiences to reflect on creativity, sustainability, culture, and the positive impact of gastronomy. He shares inspiring stories of innovation, leadership, and social transformation, motivating attendees to rethink food and cooking as powerful agents of change.
Exploring the boundaries of creativity in the kitchen and beyond, he challenges audiences to think boldly and innovatively.
Solutions to fight waste and create sustainable food systems from the experience of Food for Soul.
How gastronomy can be a means of empowerment, equality, and transformation in vulnerable communities.
If you are looking for an inspiring speaker in gastronomy, innovation, sustainability or creativity, you can book Massimo Bottura through Thinking Heads. Bottura delivers a transformative and humanist vision, with lessons for any organization. Contact Thinking Heads today to secure his participation in your upcoming event.
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