Ferran Adrià, the famous chef who transformed Spanish cuisine through elBulli, stated in an interview with the *Fuera de Carta* video podcast that he would recommend McDonald's as the ideal meal option for less than ten euros in his city, Barcelona. [1]
While he does not appreciate the food provided by fast-food chains individually, the renowned chef expressed admiration for the company’s ability to keep such low costs, emphasizing the difficulty of offering a competitive product at such a low price, which is much more challenging than simply cooking an exclusive burger for 20 euros. [1]
Adrià also addressed the economic aspect for consumers, arguing that many people face financial difficulties and that price is a decisive factor that should not be ignored when evaluating a restaurant. Regarding boiled potatoes, he noted that they are better than those freshly prepared at many venues, which tend to make them oily. [1]
The chef also emphasized the importance of transparency regarding products and preparation methods and introduced the topic of streamlining processes in the HORECA sector, using Japanese restaurants as an example, where clients can partially cook their meals at the table to reduce waiting times. [1]
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