Tyler was born and raised in Southern California where he began his career as a Chef before moving…

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

They say the best barbecue takes time — and the story of SLAB is years in the making…

Jason Beberman is a native New Yorker who traded the subway for a surfboard when he moved to LA…

Wanderlust Creamery is Los Angeles’ artisanal ice cream concept driven by a travel destination theme…

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

A native of Parma, Italy, Gino Campagna is a cookbook author, culinary instructor, brand ambassador, TV and web personality.

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

At his much-acclaimed Los Angeles restaurant Providence, Co-owner and Chef Michael Cimarusti has created elegant and contemporary…

Josiah Citrin is a culinary expert and veteran of Los Angeles’ gourmet dining scene, with more than 25 years of experience. He is a two-star Michelin chef…

Growing up half-Spanish & half-Dutch, Cordero spent the school year in Amsterdam & her summers on the family farm near A Coruña, Galicia.

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

Elizabeth Falkner worked her way up in kitchens in San Francisco in the 1990s through 2011…

Christopher Feldmeier began cooking as a child when he simply asked his mother to make breakfast…

Iconic culinarian, author, and entrepreneur Susan Feniger may be best known for her Modern Mexican concept…

With more than 25 years of experience managing kitchens from Michelin-starred fine-dining establishments…

Raphael Francois brings more than 20 years of culinary experience, both in the United States and abroad, to Tesse.

Neal Fraser, chef and owner of multiple restaurant concepts in Los Angeles, started his career in the kitchen at age 20…

As a native Angeleno, Ray Garcia draws his culinary inspiration from the city’s rich culture, Southern California’s produce…

A graduate of Brown University, Suzanne’s background includes positions at some of the most acclaimed restaurants in the US…

Duff has been cooking since the age of four, when his mom caught him in the kitchen swinging around a meat cleaver while watching…

Valerie Gordon’s business acumen and warm, entertaining charm lend themselves to her extensive brand, including the flagship retail boutique Valerie Confections…

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

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

Chef Dave Histed is Executive Chef of Pavilions and whose cooking style merges elements of both modern science and classic tradition…

Timothy Hollingsworth is an American chef and restaurateur. In 2015, he opened Otium, a contemporary American…

Chef Jackson Kalb from season 19 of Top Chef began his apprenticeship at the age of 13 at Melisse in Santa Monica, CA.

Bruce Kalman’s Northern Italian cooking style embraces the diverse and abundant produce of California to create exquisitely balanced…

Luv2Eat Thai Bistro comes from chefs Fern Kaewtathip and Noree Pla, who are both originally from Phuket, Thailand…

Chef Kumeta, born in Japan, honed his culinary skills in the U.S., leading to his role as Executive Chef at Hamasaku under Chef Hiroyoshi’s mentorship.

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.

Chimmelier was born out of a shared obsession for perfecting Korean fried chicken, brought to life by Dustin Lee, Kevin Son and Jeff Jun in April 2021.

Chef Ludo Lefebvre celebrates 20 years of cooking in Los Angeles this year. He’s one of the city’s most influential chefs…

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

Walter Manzke’s love of food began early, as a child growing up in San Diego surrounded by freshly-grown fruits and…

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…

Nelson Overton first began learning how to cook as a teenager from his older sister, who was in culinary school at the time…

Pearl District Restaurant is a collaboration between owner, Peyman Afshar, and executive chef, Richard DeMane…

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Kim Prince is a third-generation restauranteur with a knack for frying chicken. She recalls being the “pickle bucket girl” at the age of 8…

Steve Samson is chef & owner of Rossoblu and Superfine Pizza, both located in downtown Los Angeles’ City Market South…

Chef Nancy Silverton has worked with some of the nation’s most notable and influential chefs including…

Adam first discovered his love of cooking in his grandmother’s kitchen when he was four years old. Every week, he would join Nonna Louise Ferrara (“Nana Lu”) …

Marking his first foray onto the Los Angeles dining scene at Baltaire, Travis Strickland has crafted a contemporary menu…

Born and raised in Kyoto, Japan, Executive Sushi Chef Yoya Takahashi moved to Los Angeles with dreams of becoming an actor…

Co-Founder & Executive Chef, Kristen Thibeault, established premium corporate food service, Nybll in 2015…

Born and bred Memphians, Andy Ticer and Michael Hudman opened Andrew Michael Italian Kitchen in 2008…

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

Born in the heart of southern California, Benjamin grew up in a humble and hard working household where home cooked meals…

Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Brooke Williamson has
carved out an impressive résumé…

Chef Sherry Yard has earned the praise of her critics and peers with multiple accolades including three James Beard Awards…

A California native, Johnny Ray Zone began his culinary career as an apprentice, working as a garde manger at Figaro Bistrot in Los Feliz.