José Andrés and Family in Spain showcases the bond between food and culture
As one of the world’s most influential culinary icons, José Andrés has led people to see the food on the table in a different light. Beyond the deliciousness he has served at his many restaurants, Andrés proves that food feeds the soul as much as it satisfies a hunger. As World Central Kitchen offers that edible comfort in times of need, it is another layer of Andrés’ willingness to spark a conversation that only food can offer. In the upcoming discovery+ series, José Andrés and Family in Spain, the connection between food and culture is a feast that everyone will enjoy.
Over the years, Andrés has become a culinary figure that reaches far beyond a food television show. While there are many food competitions that fill hours of programming, this particular series invites viewers to explore the connection between food, family, history, and travel. The multi-faceted series could invite viewers to discover their own connections that happen around and beyond the table.
The six-episode discovery+ series follows Andrés and his three America-raised daughters, Carlota, Ines, and Lucia as they travel throughout Spain. From Barcelona to Andalusia to even the Canary Islands, the vibrant adventure will have many people not only engaged with the stunning visuals but also encouraging them to potentially take their own journey into their food and culture heritage.
As Andrés shared, “Come with me and my family on an amazing journey across Spain where we will eat our way through every region and see what makes Spanish food the best in the world! My daughters have heard endless stories about the people, places and food that shaped me as a young man but we got the chance to go visit, meet and taste everything together. There is no better way to learn about Spanish culture than with a fork and spoon in hand.”
That simple statement of how a “fork and spoon” can be the way to discover not only personal history but also a country can be an example for others. While it has been said that a recipe can be a family’s archive, it is more than just another dish that appears on the holiday table. That willingness to learn about the past and how it influences the present can make a difference with people’s approach in the future.
The new six-part services. José Andrés and Family in Spain debuts on discovery+ on December 27. It is produced by Nutopia and José Andrés Media for discovery+.