Chef Paco Méndez isn’t just cooking Mexican food — he’s redefining it. Trained under Ferran Adrià, he blends bold Latin flavours with Michelin-starred precision, turning tacos into fine art and moles into modern masterpieces. At his acclaimed Barcelona restaurant Come, nostalgia meets innovation in every dish. This 25th World Gourmet Festival, experience the mastery of a true trailblazer in contemporary Mexican cuisine.
Awards:
- 1 Michelin star – Michelin Guide 2025
- 1 Sol – Guía Repsol
- 3 Knives – The Best Chef Awards 2024
- Creativity Award- The Best Chef Awards 2024
Cuisine: Mexican Haute Cuisine

Venue: Guilty Bangkok
Date: Tuesday 23 September 2025
Event: Gourmet Icon: Chef Paco Mendez
Price: Gourmet Icon THB 12,000 net including wine pairing