Ángel León and the albino crabs of Jameos

Angel León, the 'chef of the sea', will be the main protagonist of the second chapter of Albino Crabs, the series of talks coordinated by journalist Ángeles Blanco that seeks to inspire and connect with the deepest part of culture, thinking and sustainability through the experiences lived by national personalities from different fields.

For just over sixty minutes, Blanco will change the news set for the magical setting of the volcanic tube transformed by César Manrique; the rigor and haste of the live scene due to the pause of the nearby conversation, and the prompter scripted by the improvisation that arises after a spontaneous response to create a mystical atmosphere, almost magical; a kind of Unplugged session with which the public will be able to discover the most unknown facets of those who are references and examples for society. In this case, those of Ángel León, a revolutionary and avant-garde chef who has become a global icon thanks to his unwavering commitment to ocean conservation through research into alternative gastronomic ingredients aimed at reducing pressure on the sea and promoting more sustainable fishing techniques..

In his dishes he usually uses marine species that have been discarded throughout the history of gastronomy or, simply, that are unknown to humans. Besides, discovered new foods, like marine phytoplankton, and has cultivated plants such as Zostera marina. For all this, since the year 2017 has been recognized with Three Michelin Stars.

Two years later, in 2019, obtained the first Michelin Sustainable Green Star in recognition of its commitment to sustainable gastronomy.

In 2023 He was designated a Food Hero by the FAO.

Currently, occupies the position 13 on the world list that recognizes 100 most notable chefs The Best Chef Awards.

Some details about Ángel León's talk

Ángeles Blanco's talk with Ángel León about gastronomy, marine sustainability and creativity without limits will take place next Saturday, 28 of June, from the 20.30 hours, at the Jameos del Agua Auditorium.

Like all those that make up the Albino Crab program, Access is free until capacity is reached.. You just need to register on the event website, https://www.cangrejosalbinos.com/entradas-angel-leon.html.