Born in Barcelona in 1976, Emilio Ortega is an entrepreneurial chef. Founder of CoquinariuSolutions and CoquinariuSolutionSmokers, he brings creative and strategic solutions to the gastronomic sector. He has dedicated more than 25 years to culinary excellence, holding key roles in renowned international companies and leading his own projects. With experience in prestigious restaurants and hotels, he served as executive chef for Sergi Arola’s catering at Hotel Arts, Barcelona, and held key positions in companies such as Grupo Sagardi and Semon.
His international career includes leading the gastronomic division of Gastrodome Group in Malaysia, managing nine themed restaurants. As culinary director of Josper, Emilio worked across five continents, delivering masterclasses and sharing his expertise in grilling with world-renowned chefs. He is currently continuing to develop his projects internationally in more than twenty countries since founding his company.
Among his projects, he collaborates in I&D with ready-meal brands and restaurants, has designed industrial kitchens, and developed strategies for major events. His passion for excellence has led him to take part in the openings of internationally renowned restaurants.
Helena Ramírez was born in Sabadell (Barcelona) in 1978. From a young age, she showed a great interest in cooking, influenced by her grandmother. This love for gastronomy led her to study hospitality and restaurant management at ESHT Sant Ignasi.
With 25 years of experience in the culinary field, Helena has worked in various prestigious national and international restaurants and hotels.
Her desire to explore the world took her to countries such as Ireland, China, Cambodia, and Malaysia, where she immersed herself in different culinary techniques and styles.
Throughout her career, she has specialized in production kitchens, an area that requires not only skill and creativity but also strong management and organizational abilities.
In 2020, she began collaborating with CoquinariuSolutions, and in 2022, she officially joined the project.
She is currently leading the I&D department at CoquinariuSolutionSmokers, continuously learning in the pursuit of new flavors and techniques.
