Current Roles: Host, “Secrets of a Restaurant Chef”: Guides viewers through professional techniques to create restaurant-quality meals at home. Co-Host, “Worst Cooks in America”: Helps amateur cooks improve their skills through a competitive format. Previous Roles: Instructor, Institute of Culinary Education: Taught aspiring chefs foundational culinary skills. Sous Chef for Mario Batali on “Iron Chef…
Current Roles: Executive Chef and Owner, Ariane Kitchen & Bar (2014–Present): Ariane Duarte operates her restaurant in Verona, New Jersey, offering a menu that emphasizes seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. Previous Roles: Executive Chef, CulinAriane (2006–2014): Prior to opening Ariane Kitchen & Bar, Duarte co-owned and led the kitchen at CulinAriane, a fine dining establishment…
Current Roles: Executive Chef and Owner, Ford’s Filling Station (2006–Present): Ben Ford runs his gastropub-style restaurants, known for their emphasis on handcrafted, seasonal dishes and whole-animal cookery. Previous Roles: Author, “Taming the Feast” (2014): Ford published a cookbook that guides readers through creating large-scale feasts, reflecting his passion for communal dining experiences. Apprenticeships and Early…
Current Roles: Television Host, “Not My Mama’s Meals” (2012–Present): Bobby Deen hosts a cooking show on the Cooking Channel where he creates lighter versions of his mother Paula Deen’s Southern recipes. Author: Deen has co-authored several cookbooks, focusing on healthy Southern cuisine and family recipes. Previous Roles: Co-Owner, The Lady & Sons Restaurant: Alongside his…
Career Overview: Current Endeavors: As of the latest available information, Bradford Thompson continues to be an influential figure in the culinary world, focusing on consulting and culinary education. Chef and Restaurateur: Thompson has held esteemed positions in various renowned restaurants, earning accolades for his culinary expertise. James Beard Award Winner: He was honored with the…
Career Overview: Current Role: Bruce Moffett is the chef and owner of Moffett Restaurant Group, overseeing several acclaimed restaurants. Restaurant Ventures: He has established notable dining establishments, earning praise for his innovative approach to American cuisine. Culinary Training: Moffett honed his skills at the Culinary Institute of America, laying a strong foundation for his culinary…
