BASQUE. 1x02: Eneko Atxa On the Michelin Constellation

Tune in to the second episode of BASQUE. with Eneko Atxa. 

The Basque chef has many childhood memories linked to the kitchen. It used to be the heart of the home; a place to learn and listen to stories. He would spend hours as a child listening to his mother and grandmother chatting, surrounded by delightful aromas.

Gastronomy holds immense significance in Basque culture: “In the Basque Country, everything happens around the table; it is something almost spiritual to us.” This is the belief of Atxa, who heads the renowned Azurmendi restaurant, awarded three Michelin stars. In addition to the one in Larrabetzu, he also runs restaurants in Bilbao, Madrid, Seville, and even Tokyo.

What flavours and colours does the Basque Country have? How has Azurmendi achieved such success? Is the pressure of running a high-end restaurant manageable?
The Basque chef has long considered the greatness of reaching the summit, and after achieving his goal, he recognises that the journey has been the most gratifying aspect. Now, he is focused on enjoying the moment.

BASQUE. The podcast

Basque. is a new podcast that highlights Basque culture and creativity. Each episode will feature notable creators and well-known personalities who inspire us, including key representatives from cinema, gastronomy, language, and the arts.

Aimed at international audiences, this podcast consists of five episodes originally recorded in Basque and dubbed into English. Each episode offers insights into their personal and professional paths and delve into reflections on identity, success, the definition and role of art, and the future of the Basque language, among other topics. The interviews from the first season will be released between October and December 2024 in our Podcast section, as well as on various podcast platforms, including Spotify, iVoox, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and Google Podcasts.