Massimo Bottura

The 24th Annual Webby Awards is thrilled to honor chef Massimo Bottura with a 2020 Webby Special Achievement Award as chef of the year and to recognize his creation of a positive, Instagram live show to showcase his family meals to fans worldwide through Kitchen Quarantine, while inspiring them to cook their own meals.

As we collectively navigate the severe impact of COVID-19 on the world and social distancing, the Internet has become the most powerful tool for us to connect with each other and share useful tools while we stay at home. A world renowned Michelin-starred chef, Massimo Bottura and his Instagram Live program gives his followers a free, informal class on how he creates inspired meals using common household ingredients while answering cooking-related questions, demonstrating Bottura's belief in the Internet's power to help people find joy and develop new skills while navigating isolation.

For his incredible positivity, and use of digital platforms to engage millions in the act of caring for their bodies and families with good food, while uplifting their spirits during the coronavirus outbreak, it is our pleasure to honor chef of the year Massimo Bottura with a 2020 Webby Special Achievement Award.