RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) – José Andrés, the founder of the World Central Kitchen (WCK), will be speaking in Rapid City in November 2026. José Andrés is a recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, a renowned chef and an internationally recognized humanitarian. He was twice named one of Time magazine’s “100 most influential people.”
The World Central Kitchen provides meals to places like Gaza, Haiti, and Ukraine and is first to the frontlines in response to humanitarian, climate, and community crises. KOTA Territory News’ Alicia Garcia will moderate the conversation with José Andrés as part of the John T. Vucerivich annual speaker series that brings nationally and internationally recognized thought leaders to Rapid City to share inspiring ideas and meaningful conversations with the community.
The event will be held in the Summit Arena at The Monument on November 18, 2026 at 7:30 pm. Tickets are on sale now…