Gastón Acurio

Gastón Acurio

Keynote Speaker: Renowned Chef & Peruvian Cuisine Ambassador; Founder of Astrid & Gastón; Award-Winning Restaurateur

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    Peru
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    Celebrity Chef, Hospitality, Non-Fiction Authors
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Gastón Acurio Biography

Gastón Acurio is recognized as a leading figure in modern Peruvian cuisine and a significant influence in the global culinary industry. Acurio is a chef, writer, entrepreneur, and advocate for Peruvian gastronomy, contributing to the international recognition of Peru's culinary traditions through his work as a chef, restaurateur, author, television host, and public speaker. He began his culinary journey after leaving law school to study at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris, where he met Astrid Gutsche, his future wife and business partner. The couple later opened their first restaurant, "Astrid y Gastón," in Lima, initially serving cuisine influenced by French techniques before incorporating Peruvian ingredients and methods, helping to define a modern Peruvian culinary identity.

Acurio's business expanded from a single restaurant to an international group with more than 45 restaurants in 12 countries. His brands include "La Mar," "Tanta," "Panchita," "Chicha," "Madam Tusan," "Bachiche," and "Papacho's." "Astrid y Gastón" has earned top rankings on Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants and The World's 50 Best Restaurants lists. Acurio has also expanded into the Spanish market with a "La Mar" location in Madrid, reflecting his ongoing international presence. As a chef, restaurateur, and educator, he combines French culinary techniques with Andean, Amazonian, and coastal traditions, continually advancing Peruvian cuisine on the global stage.

Beyond the kitchen, Acurio has published 20 books, including "500 Años de Fusión," which received the Best International Cookbook award at the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards. His other works include "Perú, Una Aventura Culinaria," "Larousse de la Gastronomía Peruana," and "Edén.pe: 21 Revelaciones Para el Mundo," co-authored with Ferran Adrià. He hosts the weekly cable TV show "Aventura Culinaria" and the reality show "Master Chef" Peru. Acurio has spoken at international forums such as the Inter-American Development Bank, where he taught the Enrique V. Iglesias Chair on Culture and Development, highlighting his role in promoting Latin American and Caribbean progress through gastronomy.

Acurio's commitment to social change is reflected in his educational initiatives, including the founding of a culinary school for low-income youth in Pachacútec, Callao, and the establishment of APEGA, the Peruvian Society of Gastronomy. He also created the International Gastronomic Fair of Lima, later known as Mistura, which became a major event in Latin American gastronomy. Acurio has stated, "Cooking is an agent of social change, a tool for wealth creation, peace and fraternity," a philosophy that guides his work. He has mentored prominent Peruvian chefs, including Virgilio Martínez, Pía Leon, and Mitsuharu Tsumura.

Acurio's achievements have been recognized with several honors, including the Diners Club Lifetime Achievement Award from The World's 50 Best Restaurants, the international Eckart Witzigmann Award for Innovation (shared with Astrid Gutsche), and the Prince Claus of Holland award in the category of Collective Memories and Journalism. He was also named Entrepreneur of the Year by América Economía magazine. Through his restaurants, publications, television programs, and advocacy, Acurio has played a central role in shaping the perception of Peruvian cuisine and its place in global gastronomy.

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Gastón Acurio is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Celebrity Chef, Hospitality and Non-Fiction Authors.

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Gastón Acurio generally travels from Peru and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Gastón Acurio is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Celebrity Chef, Hospitality and Non-Fiction Authors. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Gastón Acurio generally travels from Peru and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jon Bonnell, Nicole Ponseca and Priyanka Naik. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Gastón Acurio for an upcoming event.

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  • How do I book Gastón Acurio to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Gastón Acurio for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Gastón Acurio, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Gastón Acurio or any other speaker of your choice.

  • How much does it cost to book Gastón Acurio for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Gastón Acurio, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Gastón Acurio, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

  • What topics does Gastón Acurio speak about?

    Gastón Acurio is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Celebrity Chef, Hospitality and Non-Fiction Authors.

  • Where does Gastón Acurio travel from?

    Gastón Acurio generally travels from Peru and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

  • Who is the agent for Gastón Acurio?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Gastón Acurio for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Gastón Acurio for your next private or corporate function.

  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Gastón Acurio or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

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    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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