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    Diego Oka

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    Diego Oka has been Executive Chef at La Mar by Gastón Acurio in Miami, United States, since 2014.

    Coming Up

    Early in their career, Diego worked as intern at Astrid & Gaston in Lima, Peru (from 2001) and chef at Ichi Ban in Lima, Peru. Today, Diego is Executive Chef of La Mar by Gastón Acurio (since 2014).

    Where They Are Now

    Since 2014, Oka has led the kitchen as Executive Chef at La Mar by Gastón Acurio in Miami, United States. The role is his active appointment and the central point of his career biography.

    Career - Executive Chef — La Mar by Gastón Acurio, Miami, FL (2014–present) - Intern — Astrid & Gaston, Lima, Peru (from 2001) - Chef — Ichi Ban, Lima, Peru

    Signature

    Diego's signature dishes include Causa Flor, AMANO by Oka, La Flor, and Picante.

    Honors

    Diego's honors include StarChefs South Florida Rising Stars Chef Award (2016).

    FAQ What is Diego Oka's current role? As of 2026, Diego Oka is Executive Chef. Where did Diego Oka work before? Diego Oka's earlier career included Astrid & Gaston and Ichi Ban. What recognition has Diego Oka received? StarChefs South Florida Rising Stars Chef Award (2016).

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