about us

We are The Modestos. Our name is a nod to Chef Norberto’s grandfather, as well as a humble and honest way of cooking and communing. Born in Federacion, Argentina, Norberto’s first experiences in the kitchen were helping his family cook and learning about agriculture on his grandfather’s farm. It was there that Norberto learned about traditional Argentine cuisine as well as the flavors of Italy and Spain. The relationship from farm to plate is one that we seek to highlight in our cooking. We work directly with local, ethical farms to source as many ingredients as possible for our events. We have a deep reverence for the produce and animals we work with and strive to always use them in their entirety, creating as minimal waste as possible.

We are known for our open-fire cooking style, using both our own custom built grill equipment as well as building free form hanging structures on-site with fallen trees and branches. We prefer to cook out doors in open fields, but are also at home in restaurants, home kitchens and commercial spaces. While our style is heavily influence by our Argentinian roots, we are focused on seasonal flavors, nose-to-tail cooking and bringing to life inventive dishes that celebrate the local offerings.