Happy birthday! Massimo Bottura turns 64 today

‘Osteria Francescana’ creator Massimo Bottura is celebrating his 64th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed chefs of his generation.

Popular chef Massimo Bottura has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 64th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Bottura, a cultural icon

Born in Modena on September 30, 1962, Massimo Bottura's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Italian history. Bottura's not just a great chef, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Massimo hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Massimo Bottura as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 64.

Happy Birthday, Massimo, you're the best!

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