A celebration of innovation in Tokyo: Sosa Ingredients and Disfrutar

On March 12th and 13th, Tokyo played host to an extraordinary culinary event that brought together some of the most influential voices in modern gastronomy. In an intimate and exclusive setting, 50 top chefs and industry leaders gathered to explore the techniques and philosophy behind the creations of Disfrutar—recently crowned the World’s Best Restaurant 2024 and holder of three Michelin stars.

Led by Chef Oriol Castro, one of the visionary minds behind Disfrutar, the sessions offered a rare behind-the-scenes look at the artistry, creativity, and technical precision that define the restaurant’s cuisine.

In collaboration with Sosa Ingredients, Chef Oriol presented a carefully curated tasting of nine iconic dishes, showcasing not only culinary innovation but also the essential role that high-quality ingredients and cutting-edge techniques play in achieving them.

“There would be no Disfrutar today without Sosa,” Chef Oriol told attendees—a powerful reminder of the strong bond between our brands. Our shared commitment to innovation, flavour enhancement, and texture transformation has helped shape some of the most groundbreaking dishes in contemporary gastronomy.

A unique setting for culinary exchange

Held at TincGana, a stylish Spanish restaurant in the heart of Tokyo, the event was set up with the utmost attention to detail. From screens and live translation (Spanish to Japanese) to a nearly complete import of ingredients, tools, and plating elements by the Disfrutar team, no element was left to chance. Each of the two three-hour sessions welcomed 25 specially invited guests, including Michelin-starred chefs, restaurateurs, hotel executive chefs, and major culinary influencers with strong industry impact and digital presence.

Chef Oriol also reflected on the deep inspiration he draws from Japanese cuisine—an influence that dates back to his time at the legendary El Bulli. Many of the techniques demonstrated were modern evolutions of ideas first explored during that pioneering era, now brought to life through the synergy between Disfrutar’s creative vision and Sosa’s advanced ingredient solutions.

We are incredibly proud of our ongoing partnership with Disfrutar, a restaurant that continues to redefine the boundaries of what’s possible in gastronomy. Events like this are a testament to our mission: to support chefs across the world in bringing bold ideas to life—through innovation, collaboration, and a shared passion for the craft.

A visual feast of creativity and technique

The event concluded with a spectacular tasting that left a lasting impression on all attendees. Each dish not only stood out for its flavor, but also for the technical mastery and visual artistry that define Disfrutar’s cuisine. From reimagined classics to live demonstrations of techniques like multiesferification, the chefs showcased how innovation can truly surprise—always supported by the precision and functionality of Sosa Ingredients.

Below is a curated gallery of the dishes presented during the event:

• Canapé with Smoked Butter.
• Chinese Bread with Caviar and Sour Cream.
• Truffle Pizza.
• Tomato Polvorón with Arbequina Caviaroli.
• Crispy Egg Yolk with Hot Mushroom Gelatin.
• Crispy Black Trumpet Mushroom Leaf.
• Multiesferification Technique Demo – Corn with Foie.
• Savoury Candy of Pecans with Mango, Tonka Bean, and Whiskey.
• The Beetroot that Emerges from the Earth.