THE PATH OF A VISIONARY
Jesus Sanchez
The kitchen is the authentic passion of my life. From an early age, I felt an irresistible pull towards this fascinating world, making it my professional and personal path. Despite having no family background in the culinary field, I have transformed this initial curiosity into a way of life. In my restaurant, the Utmost expression of this passion is reflected in every dish we create. Here, every detail tells a story of dedication and love for gastronomy.
“I My greatest achievement is when I manage to excite the customer, awakening their taste memory.”
“I My greatest achievement is when I manage to excite the customer, awakening their taste memory.”
Jesus Sanchez's career
Awards and Recognition
Jesus Sanchez is an internationally renowned chef and owner of Amos's arbour in Cantabria, where he leads a life project alongside his wife and restaurant manager, Marián Martínez. Both are the Founders of this gastronomic temple, located in a majestic 18th-century palace, which has been recognised worldwide for its innovative approach and respect for tradition. Amos's arbour it is one of the 15 restaurants in Spain y 140 awarded 3 Michelin Stars worldwide.
Also awarded 3 Soles Repsol and the prestigious Michelin Green Star, Jesus Sanchez has elevated sustainability and culinary excellence to a new level. In 2023, it was awarded the National Gastronomy Award and the National Hospitality Award, accolades that underscore his influence and commitment to Spanish gastronomy. That same year, he was included in the prestigious list of The Best Chef Awards, consolidating its position as one of the most influential figures in global haute cuisine.
With roots in a baker family, Jesús Sánchez has continued this tradition by inaugurating in 2017 your own bakery in the Amos's arbour. This space, dedicated to the Handcrafted with long fermentations and natural sourdough, it won an award at Madrid Fusión as the Best Restaurant Bread in 2024, highlighting Jesus' deep connection with his origins and his dedication to perfection in every detail.
Its cuisine, a sensory journey that navigates between the sea and the mountains, Balances the plant and animal in perfect harmony, drawing sustenance from Cantabrian memory and territory. This approach has allowed him to create unique culinary experiences that transcend the plate, integrating elements of sustainability and social responsibility.
Beyond the kitchen, Jesus Sanchez explored your passion for photography, capturing culinary moments that now adorn the Amos's arbour. Furthermore, from 2019, organise FOODIE REVOLUTION, an event that brings together opinion leaders, chefs, producers, and gastronomy enthusiasts, promoting innovation and connection in the gastronomic world.
The specialist press defines it as one of the most solid references of Spanish haute cuisine, at the height of his career, continuing his incessant pursuit of excellence and redefining haute cuisine in the 21st century.
2024
The Best Chef Awards: Recognised as one of the best chefs in the world, earning two knives in the new rating system.
9th in the world in La Liste (95.50/100): Ranked among the top 10 restaurants in the world by this influential global aggregator of food reviews and guides.
Madrid Fusion-Alimentos de España Award Best Restaurant Bread Award Spain
2023
Ambassador of the Brotherhood of the Bonito del Norte of Colindres Regional award for their work in promoting this iconic product.
Gastronomic Literature Prize: Book Prize Amos's arbour, highlighting his life's project in the restaurant.
The Best Digital Chef (HIP): Award for the best digital management in hospitality, awarded by HIP.
2022
National Hospitality Award: Granted by Hospitality of Spain for their work in promoting and disseminating culture and gastronomy.
National Gastronomy Award for Best Head Chef: Awarded by the Royal Gastronomy Academy, the highest individual distinction in Spanish cuisine.
Elle Gourmet Top Chef Award: Recognition of their culinary excellence by the magazine Elle Gourmet.
Forbes Finalist Innovation by Kyndryl Distinction for the Net Zero model and the impact of solar community as a benchmark in sustainability.
“Kitchens of Energy Excellence” Certification (Repsol + AENOR) Recognition for energy efficiency and the use of renewable energy 100%.
2021
Green Michelin Star: Distinguished by the Michelin Guide for its firm commitment to sustainability and the environment
Creation of the First Solar Community in the Gastronomy Sector: Pioneering project with Repsol, sharing energy with 15 neighbours in Villaverde de Pontones.
2020
Fuera de Serie Restaurant of the Year Award: Awarded by the newspaper's magazine Expansion, recognising its innovation and quality.
2019
3rd Michelin Star: Entry into Spain's exclusive group of three-Michelin-starred restaurants, consolidating its excellence.
2017
Gastronomic Management of El Muelle (Botín Centre): Flagship commission from the Botín Foundation to lead the culinary proposal for the Botín Centre in Santander.
2016
2nd Michelin Star The guide highlighted the balance, refined technique, and deep respect for the product.
2015
Award for the Most Contemporary Classic Cuisine Restaurant (Madrid Fusion): Recognition for Cenador de Amós's gastronomic evolution, fusing classic technique and modernity.
2013
Three Suns Repsol Maximum rating awarded by the Repsol Guide, maintained uninterruptedly since then to the present day.
Atlantic Arch Award for Best Chef of the Cantabrian Sea Awarded by a jury of specialist food journalists.
Don Calixto's Caldereta Award: Awarded by the Asturian newspaper The Commerce In recognition of your professional career.
2012
Cantabrian Academy of Gastronomy Annual Award Regional recognition for its contribution to Cantabrian cuisine.
2010
Honorary confrater of the Confraternity of the Navarre Asparagus.
2001
1st Michelin Star: First major international distinction for Cenador de Amós, awarded at the end of 1993 for the 1994 Michelin Guide.
1995
First Michelin Star – Cenador de Amós.
Honorary member of the Cantabrian Anchovy Brotherhood.
Brother of the Zapico, by the fraternity of Cantabrian cheese.