Chef and culinary pioneer Grant Achatz has made a lasting impression on the gastronomic world. His astonishing journey is characterized by outstanding accomplishments, unyielding resolve, and a remarkable capacity for overcoming hardship. at St. Clair, Michigan, where he grew up, Achatz worked at his parents' family-run cafe and became passionate about cuisine. His desire to become a chef was motivated by... read full bio
Born into a family of renowned hoteliers, Graham Kerr was constantly surrounded by amazingly talented chefs. He was first educated at Brighton College, where at just fifteen years old he became a trainee manager at the Roebuck Hotel in East Sussex, England. After five years in the British Army as catering adviser, he became General Manager of England's Royal Ascot... read full bio
Master chef Graham Elliot was making waves in the Chicago culinary scene before he faced off against Bobby Flay on Iron Chef America. Hey may have lost by a mere 2 points, but he continued to climb in the ranks with the opening of his first restaurant, and first bistronomic in Chicago, The Graham Elliot. It currently holds two Michelin... read full bio
Raised in Costa Rica and Los Angeles, Govind Armstrong is one of the nation’s brightest cooking stars, noted for his commitment to market-driven California-style cuisine. Creator of the Table 8 brand of restaurants, Armstrong is currently the executive chef and owner of 8 Oz Burger Bars in Los Angeles and South Beach. He plans on expanding to California, Arizona, and... read full bio
Gordon Ramsay is an English chef. He is best known for his hit show Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmare. He began his culinary career under special study under some of London’s greatest chefs. After which he moved to France to work in the kitchens of Guy Savoy and Joel Robuchon for three years, where he was able to enhance his expertise... read full bio
Gina Neely burst onto the scene in 2008 by starring in the hit show Down Home with the Neelys, which became the highest-rated series debut in the history of Food Network’s “In the Kitchen” block. The show immediately connected with viewers nationwide by showcasing Gina’s love for family, food and the enjoyment of life. Following the tremendous success of her... read full bio
Host of Food Networks show Everyday Italian, Giada De Laurentiis’s passion for food began with her roots. Her passion for food was sparked as a child as she learned to prepare recipes for her frequent family gatherings. Born in Rome, Giada grew up in a large Italian family where the culture of food was a staple in and of itself.... read full bio
Hunting is no easy feat, yet American author, chef and food blogger, Georgia Pellegrini choses to rely on it to prepare her food. Pellegrini maintains a popular website and blog where she chronicles her hunting and cooking ventures. Her latest book, Modern Pioneering, educates readers with modern day pioneer techniques. Georgia was trained at a French Culinary Institute. She gained... read full bio
Georgetown Cupcake is owned and operated by sisters, Katherine Kallinis Berman and Sophie Kallinis. Georgetown Cupcake. The sisters started their company when they both left their careers to start a bakery. They opened their first bakery in Washington, DC. They soon opened more bakeries across the country. They were also featured on the TLC reality show, Georgetown Cupcakes. Georgetown Cupcake... read full bio
George Hirsch has received a lot of praise. He is a Culinary Institute of America graduate with high honors, a Certified Executive Chef, and a Culinary Educator. He was admitted into the Academy of Cooks, the highest honor organization for chefs in the country, by the American Culinary Federation. At the fully authorized college-level culinary school at the New York... read full bio
A cutup both in and out of the kitchen, this comedic cook combined his two great loves performing and food as the star of the Food Network's Ham on the Street. George Duran's culinary interests lie in French, Armenian and South American cuisines. He currently lives in Brooklyn, NY.... read full bio
Food Network personality Geoffrey Zakarian is a master of modern American cuisine. He owns multiple restaurants throughout New York City of which the New York Times granted three star ratings. On the Food Network, Geoffrey lends his culinary expertise as a judge on the competition series, Chopped. He competed alongside fellow Food Network Stars in The Next Iron Chef where... read full bio
Gail Simmons is a trained culinary expert, food writer, and dynamic television personality. Since the show’s inception in 2006, she has lent her extensive expertise as a permanent judge on BRAVO’s Emmy-winning series Top Chef. Gail is also host of Top Chef: Just Desserts, Bravo’s pastry-focused spin-off of the Top Chef franchise. She joined Food & Wine in 2004 and... read full bio
Gabrielle Hamilton is a best selling author and the chef/owner of PRUNE, which is located in New York City’s East Village. PRUNE has been recognized in all major press, both nationally and internationally, and is regularly cited in the top 100 lists of all major food magazines. Her New York Best seller Blood, Bones & Butter: The Inadvertent... read full bio
"Gerry Garvin is a chef and author. He is also known as G. Garvin, and he is the host of the popular series Turn up the Heat on TV One. His bestselling cookbooks include: Turn Up the Heat, Make It Super Simple with G. Garvin and Dining In. Passionate about helping others, Garvin created the One Bite At A Time... read full bio
Chef Franklin Becker is a New York native with a flair for food. He started his culinary career at the Culinary Institute of America, from which he graduated with honors. Becker has held the post of Executive Chef at several fine New York establishments including Local, Capitale and both the Tribeca Grand and Soho Grand Hotels. Chef Becker is currently... read full bio
The brilliant chef and captivating television personality Frankie Celenza is renowned for his skill in the kitchen and charismatic on-screen appearance. Celenza, who was born in New York, became passionate about food at a young age. Through formal study, he developed his talent and sharpened his abilities. After graduating from Kent School in 2005, he went on to the prestigious New... read full bio
François Payard is a third generation French Pastry Chef. He cultivated his passion for the art of pastry as a child in his grandfather’s acclaimed shop on the Riviera, Au Nid des Friandises. François grew up surrounded by the delicious classic French pastry in the tradition carried on by his parents and grandparents for over fifty years. François traveled to... read full bio
Flynn McGarry is a teenage chef who was already preparing eight course meals at young age of 15 years old. He hosts his own supper club, which he calls Eureka, which is named after the street he used to live on. McGarry grew a passion for cooking when he was young and was sick of his parents always ordering takeout... read full bio
Ferran Adria is a Spanish chef who is best known for being the head chef of the elBulli restaurant in Roses. Adria was born in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, and his brother, Albert Adria, is also a well-known pastry chef whom he collaborates with often. Adria began his career first working as a dishwasher at Hotel Playafels in Castelldefels. While washing... read full bio
