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The Madrid Academy of Gastronomy honors Luis Baselga, sommelier and ma\u00eetre at Smoked Room, as Best Sommelier 2024 for his outstanding professional career at the VIII edition of the Community of Madrid Gastronomy Awards.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Madrid Academy of Gastronomy awarded the Best Sommelier 2024<\/a> prize to Luis Baselga, sommelier and ma\u00eetre at Smoked Room, in recognition of his dedication, professionalism, and talent in the world of gastronomy and wine. At the VIII edition of the Community of Madrid Gastronomy Awards, held at the Royal House of the Post Office, the accolade celebrates Baselga\u2019s exceptional career and his remarkable contribution to gastronomy and the world of wine.<\/p>\n\n\n

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About Luis Baselga<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Luis Baselga, a graduate in Gastronomy and Culinary Arts from the Basque Culinary Center, began his career in the kitchen, later discovering his passion for wine. His professional journey in iconic Madrid restaurants such as Ef\u00edmero and TriCiclo led him to specialize in wine selection and care, eventually joining the Dani Garc\u00eda Group in 2021. At Smoked Room, one of the most exclusive spaces by chef Dani Garc\u00eda, Baselga heads the wine list and manages the dining room service, ensuring every detail of the gastronomic experience. Baselga states, \u201cFor me, this recognition is a sign that hard work and dedication guide you in the right direction. I deeply appreciate the acknowledgment of my work in wine, service, and interaction with people.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The sommelier emphasizes the importance of the support he has received: \u201cI want to thank everyone who has always given me the opportunity and resources to develop my work and explore new paths. I am grateful to the Dani Garc\u00eda Group for allowing me to build a project from scratch and bring it to excellence alongside a team without whom none of this would be possible, especially Massimiliano. Being able to work with the greatest example of discipline, consistency, and virtuosity\u2014a mentor and friend\u2014is a fortune I enjoy every day I go to work.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Smoked Room<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Since its opening in June 2021, Smoked Room<\/a> has distinguished itself with a unique gastronomic concept centered around smoke, achieving two Michelin stars in its Madrid location and another in Dubai, reflecting the innovative spirit and culinary excellence of the Dani Garc\u00eda Group. In this context, Baselga’s role as sommelier and ma\u00eetre d’ has been key to enriching the dining experience, offering a wine selection that complements each dish and elevates the guest’s experience in every way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This recognition from the Madrid Academy of Gastronomy marks a milestone in Luis Baselga\u2019s career, who, together with the entire Dani Garc\u00eda Group team, is committed to continuing to elevate the level of sommelier excellence in their projects.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The Madrid Academy of Gastronomy honors Luis Baselga, sommelier and ma\u00eetre at Smoked Room, as Best Sommelier 2024 for his outstanding professional career at the VIII edition of the Community of Madrid Gastronomy Awards. 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