Originally from Thailand, Deau Arpapornnopparat opened Holy Basil with partner Joy Yuon.

Pastry Chef Sally Camacho Mueller has over 20 years of experience in professional kitchens, starting at the Four Seasons in Beverly Hills.

Born in Oaxaca, Mexico, Chef Erick started working as a dishwasher without imagining that cooking would become his passion.

Cordero is a James Beard WEL Fellow & co-founder of Regarding Her, a national nonprofit supporting women in hospitality.

Chef Crystal Espinoza is a native-born Angeleno. At an early age, she knew she wanted to be a Chef.

Iconic culinarian, author, and entrepreneur Susan Feniger may be best known for her Modern Mexican concept, and Border Grill restaurants.

Jeffrey attended Yale University with the hope of becoming a therapist, but his trips to the supermarket would change his path.

He was only 19 when he moved to Los Angeles from Japan and is passionate about sharing his point of view through the sushi that he creates.

Chef Jackson Kalb from season 19 of Top Chef began his apprenticeship at the age of 13 at Melisse (2-star Michelin) in Santa Monica, CA.

Frank and his wife Michelle La opened Be Bright Coffee as a direct-to-consumer roasting company; their goal was to make coffee as easy as possible.

David LeFevre is a veteran of the Los Angeles dining scene, often credited with transforming the culinary landscape of the South Bay.

Throughout a groundbreaking, nearly 40-year career, Mary Sue Milliken finds the key to her success in…

Chef Paco’s story is one of true grit and hard work. What started as a financial decision to support his family quickly became his passion.

Led by Executive Chef Carlos Cabrera, Petrossian’s menu is brimming with authentic French flavors with seasonal California inspiration.

Chef Steve Samson might not have realized he was fated for a life spent in kitchens, but his family and upbringing all led to that inevitable result.

Born and raised in Kyoto, Japan, Executive Chef Yoya Takahashi moved to Los Angeles with dreams of becoming an actor like his grandfather.

Johnny Tran, a spear fisherman and beekeeper, has always gravitated towards cooking New American cuisine.

For nearly 30 years, Chef Sherry Yard has embraced a range of responsibilities from creating savory and sweet menus, to crafting masterful breads.