Santiago Rivera

Santiago Rivera is the chef and owner of 'La Viña', a family-run restaurant in San Sebastián known for its iconic Basque cheesecake, which he developed in the 1990s. His creation, which forgoes a crust to highlight the creamy cheese flavor, has gained international fame and has been celebrated for its unique caramelized exterior and rich, pudding-like interior. Rivera's cheesecake has become a culinary trend, capturing the hearts of dessert lovers worldwide.