Chef Samuel Quintero Elevates Backstage Dining at Tenerife’s Urban Beach Festival

Behind the scenes of major music festivals, the catering is often overlooked, but sometimes the food becomes a highlight of the experience. As reported by El Día, private chef Samuel Quintero recently took charge of feeding Colombian artist Beéle and his team at the Urban Beach Festival in Tenerife on July 25. For Quintero, this was more than just a catering job; it was a chance to showcase his professional reputation.

Quintero is known for his artisanal approach, particularly his rice dishes. He spends up to eight hours simmering his stocks to ensure maximum flavor—a level of dedication that caught the attention of the artist’s team, who were already familiar with his work before arriving at the festival. To ensure the highest quality in a high-pressure environment, Quintero avoided risotto, which is difficult to serve quickly, and instead focused on two other rice dishes. The beef cheek recipe was a particular success with the crew.

This event highlights how food creators are increasingly using digital platforms to build their brands and attract high-end private clients. For Quintero, the Tenerife festival is a key step in expanding his career beyond the Canary Islands. His transition from home cooking to catering for international stars shows how essential high-quality food has become to the success and well-being of touring production teams.