There are many cultural prejudices. For instance, even though fresh fish is a regional staple, Catalans don't like sashimi. Ferran Adria catalanculturalfish Change image and share on social
When you talk about avant-garde cuisine, the surprise factor is really important. For example, I love looking at blogs and the photos, but I'm not that keen on other people taking photos of my dishes. Ferran Adria avantblogcuisine Change image and share on social
We never have business meals at El Bulli. If it's about business, you're probably not paying much attention to the food. Ferran Adria attentionbullibusiness Change image and share on social
I have a driver's licence, but the truth is that I hardly ever drive. I prefer to get around by taxi. Ferran Adria drivedriverlicence Change image and share on social
Everywhere the sky is blue. There are a multitude of cuisines and dishes. I think of them as the languages and dialects of food. Ferran Adria bluecuisinedialect Change image and share on social
When we're ill, one of the last things we have that we can enjoy is food. Ferran Adria enjoyfoodill Change image and share on social
I don't dream at night; life has given me the stuff I need to be able to dream during the day. I'm very lucky. Ferran Adria daydreamlife Change image and share on social
Friends are really important, especially when you've had the successes that I've had. I've gone really far in my career, so they're the ones that keep you humble, keep your feet on the ground. Ferran Adria careerfootfriend Change image and share on social
When people arrive at El Bulli, everybody goes through the kitchen. It's a way of making them feel at home. When they leave, the only thing I ask is whether they've been happy. Everything in between, I don't particularly care. Ferran Adria arrivebullicare share on social
I am not a multimillionaire. I don't own a yacht or a Ferrari. I live in a 60-square- metre flat. My needs are simple. Ferran Adria ferrariflatlive Change image and share on social