In a recent episode of Let's Do Lunch, renowned chef José Andrés enjoys a meal at Casa Teresa, a Spanish restaurant located in Washington, D.C. Here, he indulges in traditional Catalonian cuisine prepared by chef and owner Rubén García, a protégé of Andrés.
While awaiting his meal, Andrés highlights influential D.C. chefs, including Nora Pouillon and Patrick O'Connell, and reminisces about classic dining spots such as Bethesda Crab House. His lunch begins with a selection of seafood and appetizers, featuring oysters with caviar, anchovies, croquetas, pan con tomate, and jamón. As he savors these dishes, Andrés shares his culinary favorites and discusses the practicality of tinned seafood as a travel snack. He also reflects on his humanitarian efforts with World Central Kitchen, where he assisted communities in Haiti affected by an earthquake, learning local bean preparation methods in the process.
As the conversation takes a deeper turn, García presents fresh fish for Andrés to select for his main course. The dialogue shifts to personal memories, including the loss of friends like Anthony Bourdain, before he delves into his entrée.
Continuing the discussion on World Central Kitchen, Andrés emphasizes its mission to provide meals to communities facing crises worldwide, including those impacted by natural disasters and societal instability. He concludes his meal with a Basque-style goat cheese cheesecake, expressing that his restaurants embody the spirit of crisis response, with a vision to "create better communities one meal at a time."
Catch the latest episode of Let's Do Lunch to witness Andrés' entertaining insights on food culture while enjoying the vibrant flavors of Spanish cuisine in D.C.
