Press & recognition

Three careers, three decades, one collective. Selected coverage and accolades from across the principals' work.

ANDRÉ NATERA

"Some of the finest and most accomplished cooking in town."

RICO TORRES

"Stand up to Tex-Mex with ancient techniques and hyper-regional tasting menus."

RICO TORRES

"Trailblazing Mexican cuisine. Mixtli became San Antonio's first Michelin-starred restaurant."

What People Are Saying

GABE ERALES

"The first Mexican-American to be crowned Top Chef."

Top Chef Season 18

ANDRÉ NATERA

"Wonderfully calm and restrained. He excels at simplicity."

Dallas Observer, 2010

GABE ERALES

"After 'Top Chef,' Gabe Erales finds purpose in supporting marginalized Mexican youth."

— Salon (2025)

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