Vartan Abgaryan began his career late compared to most in the field. At the age of 20, his hunger for food…

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…

Chef Nyesha J Arrington has absolutely adored the kitchen since she was just a little girl...

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…

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

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…

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Executive Chef Tony Esnault brings the light and sophisticated cuisine of Southern France to Spring, his latest collaboration with…

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…

At Georgie, chef Wilfrid Hocquet imbues his native Southern France into the ethos, creating a menu that intertwines French Mediterranean…

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

Inspired by Co-Owner and Executive Chef Ted Hopson’s own nostalgic memories of cheerful family meals, The Bellwether…

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 Kewathatip and Noree Pla, who are both originally from Phuket, Thailand…

Growing up near Los Angeles in Ventura County, surrounded by agriculture, Largey developed an appreciation for farming alongside…

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

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…

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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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DTLA bar and restaurant Brack Shop Tavern has quickly become a neighborhood staple since opening in September 2016…

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…

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

Marcel Vigneron has dedicated his life to gastronomy and honing his skills as a chef. He’s an
artisan who has an affinity for…

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.