Juan Sahuquillo and Javier Sanz, chefs from Casas Ibáñez (Albacete), grew up together in their family’s hospitality business and have transformed that shared upbringing into a gastronomic project rooted in the identity of La Manchuela. Alongside Oba, they lead several concepts in Madrid, Ibiza, Málaga, and Albacete, where they reinterpret local produce and territory through 

complementary creative perspectives. At Oba, they carry out extensive research into the rural environment—reviving native varieties, recovering ancestral techniques, and working closely with small producers—which gives rise to a cuisine that is natural, fermented, and full of vitality. 

Their work blends memory, technical precision, and deep respect for the landscape that inspires them. Their commitment to territory and innovation has earned them notable national and international recognition, positioning them among the most distinctive voices of a new generation of Spanish chefs.