CJ Jacobson
Chef CJ Jacobson is an innovative culinary talent known for his creative approach to contemporary American cuisine, blending global influences with seasonal ingredients. With a career marked by accolades and a passion for culinary excellence, CJ has made a significant impact on the culinary landscape, earning recognition as a chef, restaurateur, and television personality. Growing […]
Buddy Valastro
Buddy Valastro is a renowned celebrity baker, television personality, and the heart and soul behind the famed Carlo’s Bakery. With a career spanning decades, Buddy has become a household name through his iconic Cake Boss television series and his beloved bakery, which has gained global recognition for its elaborate cakes and mouth-watering pastries. Known for […]
Bradford Thompson
NETWORKS: Food Network, NBC, CBS CHARITIES: Share our Strength, TJ Martell, MLBPA Charities, Autism Speaks, Chefs for Humanity BIO: Bradford Thompson spent many summers while growing up on the coast of Maine lobster trapping and picking fresh blueberries with his grandmother. After graduating from University of Rochester, he realized his passion for food was […]
Bobby Deen
Bobby Deen is a celebrated chef, author, and television personality, known for his vibrant approach to Southern cooking and his commitment to healthy, flavorful meals. As the son of renowned chef and television host Paula Deen, Bobby grew up surrounded by the culinary arts, developing a passion for cooking that he has successfully translated into […]
Ben Ford
Chef Ben Ford is a distinguished culinary talent, celebrated for his expertise in sustainable cooking, wood-fired cuisine, and a deep respect for seasonal ingredients. As a restaurateur, television personality, and cookbook author, Ben has earned a reputation for creating dishes that are both sophisticated and rooted in tradition, with a focus on fresh, locally sourced […]
Anne Burrell
Anne Burrell developed an interest in cooking at a young age, eventually pursuing her passion at the Culinary Institute of America, where she graduated with a degree in culinary arts. Restaurant Holdings: Centro Vinoteca- Anne was the chef at this New York City Italian restaurant known for its rustic cuisine and extensive wine selection. It […]
Amanda Freitag
Prominent American chef, restaurateur, and television personality, Amanda Freitag is best known for her vibrant culinary style and extensive media presence. Born and raised in New Jersey, where her love for cooking began in her grandmother’s kitchen. She pursued her culinary education at the Culinary Institute of America, where she honed her skills and developed […]
Amanda Cook
BIO: Amanda Cook is originally from Washington DC and graduated with honors from L’Academie de Cuisine, and since has worked for some of the most highly respected chefs in the DC area. Amanda Cook’s career took off with working at Galileo for Roberto Donna, then for Michel Richard Citronelle, and finally at Cityzen for Eric […]
Alice Waters
Alice Waters is an iconic American chef, restaurateur, and activist, best known for her pioneering work in the farm-to-table movement and her focus on sustainable, locally sourced food. As the founder and executive chef of Chez Panisse in Berkeley, California, Waters has been a transformative figure in American cuisine, advocating for simple, organic ingredients prepared […]
Alexander Talbot
Chef Alexander Talbot is an innovative culinary expert and food writer known for his creative approach to cooking and deep understanding of flavor profiles. With a background that blends classic techniques and modern gastronomy, Alexander has made a name for himself in the culinary world as a thought leader and educator. Born into a family […]
Alain Roby
BIO: Alain Roby’s cooking skills have been seen all over the world, as The Guinness Book of World Records has awarded Chef Roby the World’s Tallest Cooked Sugar Building and World’s Tallest Chocolate Sculpture. His winning cooked sugar building stood at 12 feet 10 inches and the chocolate sculpture was 20 feet 8 inches tall. […]
Alain Ducasse
Alain Ducasse is a renowned chef and influential entrepreneur, celebrated for his innovative contributions to the culinary arts and the restaurant industry. With a diverse background that encompasses restaurant ownership, culinary education, and media presence, Ducasse has established himself as a leading figure in global gastronomy. He began his culinary journey at an early age, […]
