Adan (Adam) Gonzales
Born: February 21, 1959
San Juan, TX

Adam moved to Austin, TX before turning two years of age. He, his three brothers, and two sisters all grew up in the South Austin community of Manchaca (Menchaca originally). Adam has traveled all over the world, but his heart and his home are in Austin TX!

Adam gained a passion for food and cooking at a very young age by spending time in the kitchen with his mother Emcie. He was active in her tamale business and went on to become a self taught chef and "foodie". He has traveled extensively through North, Central, and South America along with many destinations in the Caribbean in pursuit of a trophy fish on his fly rod. In his other travels to France and Italy he spent every moment in seeking out some of the finest food and wine in the world. He relishes the chance to experience the flavor and tradition of local dishes wherever he visits.

At the age of 27 Adam teamed up with his brother, David Quintanilla, and founded the acclaimed restaurant chain Serranos. Celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, Serranos has set the standard for quality and affordability for Austin’s legendary Tex-Mex scene. In 1998 David and Adam teamed up again to purchase the infamous Mama Ninfas' restaurant chain in Houston, Texas. Adam serves as the VP of Operations and Executive Chef. 

Adam is and avid fly saltwater fisherman. He is a collector of recipe books, recipes, Mexican Folk Art, and vintage watches. He is married to Lisa Hughes Gonzales and has, two sons Jacobo and Joaquin, one daughter Marina 21, and one stepson Zac 22 years old.