Rachel Ray was recruited by Cowan & Lobel, a large gourmet market in Albany, to be its food buyer. Rachel Ray turned the job into dual positions as food buyer and chef. As a way to increase grocery sales during the holidays, Rachel Ray began a series of cooking classes. The 30 Minute Meals classes became so popular that the... read full bio

Rick Bayless was chosen "Best New Chef of 1988"by Food and Wine magazine; the James Beard Foundation voted him "Best American Chef: Midwest"; and he won both the Beard Foundation"s National Chef of the Year award and the International Association of Culinary Professional"s Chef of the Year award. Rick Bayless has been inducted into the prestigious Who"s Who of American... read full bio

Foodies across the country are embracing chef Rocco DiSpirito as one of the brightest stars of his generation, and his hard work and dedication have earned him a reputation as a highly talented chef who delights the public and restaurant critics alike. Named Food & Wine's "Best New Chef, " nominated for a James Beard Foundation Award, recipient of a... read full bio